Lalvin M Wine Yeast – 8 g
Lalvin M (Montrachet) Wine Yeast – 8g Sachet for Red, White, and Rosé Winemaking
A dependable wine yeast for reds, especially Grenache, with a fairly neutral sensory profile
Lalvin M, often associated with the Montrachet style of wine yeast, is a versatile dry wine yeast that has earned a strong reputation in red winemaking. This 8g sachet is a great choice for home winemakers looking for a reliable fermentation with a mostly neutral aromatic profile, moderate fermentation speed, and helpful extraction in red wine production. It is especially well regarded for reds such as Grenache, but it can also be used in white and rosé winemaking when a steady, dependable fermentation is desired.
Why Choose Lalvin M (Montrachet)?
- Great for Red Wines: Especially well suited for red wine production, with a strong reputation in Grenache.
- Useful for Tannin Extraction: A helpful choice when structure and extraction are important during red wine vinification.
- Neutral to Lightly Estery Profile: Generally considered a fairly neutral strain, with only slight estery impact.
- Also Works for White and Rosé: A versatile option beyond red wines.
- Low Nutrient Demand: Helpful for winemakers looking for a strain with relatively modest nutritional requirements.
Strain Highlights
Lalvin M is sourced from the Pasteur Institute in Paris and is known for supporting tannin extraction during red wine fermentation. It is commonly chosen when the goal is to produce wines with solid structure while keeping the yeast character relatively restrained. This makes it a useful strain when you want the fruit, vineyard, and varietal character to remain the focus of the finished wine.
Technical Details
- Strain: Saccharomyces cerevisiae cerevisiae
- Best Known For: Red wines, especially Grenache
- Fermentation Temperature Range: 20°C - 30°C
- Alcohol Tolerance: 14%
- Fermentation Rate: Moderate
- Nutritional Needs: Low
- SO2 Production: Moderate
- MLF Compatibility: Strongly recommended
A Smart Choice for Home Winemakers
If you want a classic wine yeast for structured reds with relatively neutral sensory impact, Lalvin M (Montrachet) is an excellent addition to your winemaking supplies. Its versatility, dependable fermentation behavior, and usefulness in red wine production make it a practical strain to keep on hand for a range of winemaking projects.