Wine Yeasts
Wine Bacteria
Nutrients / Protectors
Specific Inactivated Yeasts
Enzymes
Chitosan
Vineyard Solutions
Isolated from Rockpile Syrah fermentation, California, USA
Specie
Saccharomyces cerevisiae
Competitive Factor
Active
General Sensory Contribution
Enhances varietal characters. Contributes to a luscious mid-palate
Red Wine
Use for medium-full bodied Shiraz, Cabernet and Merlot. Result in flavour richness and mineral aromatic notes.
RP15 was selected from spontaneous Rockpile Syrah fermentations. This Californian isolate is used in concentrated reds, particularly Shiraz, Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot where a moderate fermentation rate is desired for rich, lush, balanced mouthfeel and full bodied wines. RP15 has a moderate nitrogen demand and contributes to varietal flavour, red fruit and mineral aromatic note development.Fermentation Speed
Moderate
Lag Phase
Very short
Nitrogen Needs
Moderate
Alcohol Tolerance
17 %
SO₂ Production
Moderate
Max. Temperature
30 °C
Min. Temperature
20 °C
H₂S 170ppm
Low
H₂S 60ppm
Low
