Flor Sherry Wine Yeast | White Labs WLP700 | Vault Strain
If this yeast is on sale at 40% off, it’s likely nearing its expiration date—but don’t worry! It’s still highly viable and a great way to save on your brew.
Yeast Specifications:
- Manufacturer: White Labs
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White Labs WLP700 Flor Sherry Wine Yeast: Unlock the Unique Character of Oxidative Aging
Craft Authentic Sherry-Style Wines with This Traditional Flor Yeast
White Labs WLP700 Flor Sherry Wine Yeast is a Vault strain cultured specifically for traditional sherry production. Unlike typical wine yeasts, this strain forms a layer of “flor”—a film of yeast that sits atop the wine surface during barrel aging. This flor layer protects the wine from oxidation while simultaneously contributing nutty, yeasty, and savory characteristics, essential for classic styles such as Fino, Amontillado, and Manzanilla sherries.
Key Characteristics:
- Attenuation: 70% – 80%
- Flocculation: Medium
- Alcohol Tolerance: Up to 15%
- Fermentation Temperature Range: 70°F – 75°F (21°C – 24°C)
- STA1 Status: Negative
Recommended For:
- Fino Sherry
- Manzanilla Sherry
- Amontillado Sherry
- Experimental oxidative wine styles
Why Choose WLP700 Flor Sherry Yeast?
- Authentic Flavor Development: Encourages oxidative aging with nutty, yeasty notes true to Spanish sherry styles.
- Specialized Use: Ideal for fortified and aged wines requiring flor development.
- Vault Strain: Rare, limited-release yeast made available through the White Labs Vault program.
Support Yeast Health and Aging Success
For best results, support your fermentation with White Labs Zinc Buddy and use White Labs Brewzyme to promote optimal cell activity during primary fermentation.
Proper Storage and Shipping
At SoCal Brewing Supply, we take yeast viability seriously. All yeast is stored under refrigeration with 24/7 temperature monitoring. We ship your WLP700 with an ice pack and insulated envelope to maintain ideal temperatures in transit. It’s normal for ice packs to melt during shipping—the key benefit is reducing temperature fluctuations.
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Use White Labs WLP700 to bring complexity and authenticity to your sherry-style wines with real flor development.