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IOC Gaïa™
(Metschnikowia fructicola)
Natural protection during pre-fermentation
Product details
The new yeast for natural protection. Used in pre-fermentative step, this Metschnikowia fructicola will prevent the development of undesirable microbial population. Requires sequential use of selected Saccharomyces cerevisiae yeasts for alcoholic fermentation.
Selected by Institut Français de la Vigne et du Vin, France
Wine types
Technical information
- Competitive factor: Active
- Minimum temperature: 8 °C
- Maximum temperature: 16 °C
- SO2production: Very low
- Alcohol tolerance: 3 %