Lalvin RC212 - Red Wine Yeast - 5g
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Lalvin RC212 red wine yeast for Pinot Noir and structured reds. 18–30°C, up to 16% alcohol tolerance and a high nutrient requirement.
Lalvin RC212 Red Wine Yeast
Lalvin RC212 is a red-wine yeast associated with Burgundy and Pinot Noir-style fermentations, supporting colour, structure and an expressive fruit profile.
It can contribute bright red-fruit, cherry and spicy character, but it has a high nutrient requirement and benefits from careful fermentation management.
Yeast Details
- Pack Size: 5g
- Fermentation Temperature: 18–30°C
- Alcohol Tolerance: Up to 16% ABV
- Nutrient Requirement: High
- MLF: Compatible; malolactic fermentation is commonly recommended
- Good For: Pinot Noir, Burgundy-style and structured red wines
How to Use
For best results, rehydrate the 5g sachet in about 50ml of clean water at 35–40°C. Stir gently and leave for about 20 minutes, then gradually acclimatise with a little must before pitching. Do not add sugar to the rehydration water.
Substitute Yeasts
Gervin GV8 is a good alternative for aromatic, fuller red wines. Mangrove Jack's R56 is another strong choice when body and mouthfeel are priorities.
Winemaker's Tip
RC212 is not a strain to underfeed. Its high nutrient requirement means an appropriate nutrient programme is particularly important, especially in low-nitrogen musts.
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