Lalvin Bourgovin RC212 – 5g Sachet

R11.85 incl. VAT

Lalvin Bourgovin RC212™ was selected in the Burgundy region by the BIVB to produce high-quality red wines with excellent structure and colour stability. It is the global reference strain for Pinot Noir, prized for its ability to extract and preserve polyphenols while enhancing ripe berry and spicy aromatics.

Home-Brew Dosage Rate: 1 x 5g sachet for up to 23 litres (approximately 0.2g – 0.5g per litre).
Commercial Dosage Rate: 25–40g/hL.

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Oenological Properties

Saccharomyces cerevisiae cerevisiae
Neutral to the competitive factor
Alcohol tolerance up to 16%
Average lag phase
Moderate fermentation rate
Optimal range of fermentation temperatures: between 20°C to 30°C
High requirement in assimilable nitrogen
Low production of volatile acidity
Low SO2 production
No foam formation
Low cell wall absorption of polyphenols

HOW TO USE:

Rehydrate RC212 in 5 times its weight of clean water at 40°C. Let stand for at least 20 minutes then gently stir occasionally to break up any clumps. Add to the must.

Notes:
– The total rehydration duration should never exceed 45 minutes
– Avoid cold shocking the yeast. the temperature difference between the must to be inoculated and the rehydration medium should never be over 10°C
– It is essential to rehydrate the yeast in a clean container.
– The rehydration in must is not advisable.

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