Mangrove Jack's R56 - Rich & Full Body Red Wine Yeast
Mangrove Jack's R56 red wine yeast for rich, full-bodied reds with complex fruit and enhanced mouthfeel. Ferments at 18–28°C.
Mangrove Jack's R56 Full Body Red Wine Yeast
Mangrove Jack's R56 is selected to support body, mouthfeel and complex fruit character in richer red wines.
It is a good fit where you want more weight and roundness than a light, fruit-first red strain provides.
Yeast Details
- Fermentation Temperature: 18–28°C
- Alcohol Tolerance: Up to 15% ABV
- Character: Rich fruit, body and mouthfeel
- Good For: Full-bodied red wines and rich dark-fruit wines
How to Use
Sprinkle directly onto the prepared must and ferment within the recommended range. Provide suitable yeast nutrition where needed.
Substitute Yeasts
Gervin GV2 is a robust alternative for full-bodied reds. Mangrove Jack's VR21 is another strong choice when structure is the priority.
Winemaker's Tip
R56 is most useful when the recipe already has enough fruit, tannin and extract to benefit from a fuller mouthfeel.
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