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Strain: 4946

Bold Red/High Alcohol

Species: Saccharomyces cerevisiae

Profile: Dominating, strong fermentation characteristics. Alcohol tolerant to 18% (v/v). Ideal for Zinfandel, Pinot Noir, Syrah, or any high sugar must. Good choice for restarting stuck fermentations.

Used in:

Wine
Wine
Cider
Cider
Mead
Mead
Spirits
Spirits
  • Flocculation
    Low Medium
  • Apparent ABV Tolerance
    18%
  • Temperature Range
    60-85°F (16-29°C)
  • Residual Sugars
    0-0.25%
  • Rate of Fermentation
    Fast
  • Foam Production
    Moderate
  • Volatile Acid Production
    High
  • SO2 Production
    Moderate
  • H2S Production
    Low
  • Flocculation
    Low Medium
  • Apparent ABV Tolerance
    18%
  • Temperature Range
    60-85°F (16-29°C)
  • Flocculation
    Low Medium
  • Apparent ABV Tolerance
    18%
  • Temperature Range
    60-85°F (16-29°C)
  • Flocculation
    Low Medium
  • Apparent ABV Tolerance
    18%
  • Temperature Range
    60-85°F (16-29°C)
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