Unlock the full aromatic potential of thiol-driven white wines

A selected wine yeast designed for exceptional thiol revelation

The production of highly aromatic white wines relies on preserving and revealing varietal thiols, the compounds responsible for vibrant notes of boxwood, passion fruit, grapefruit, citrus and tropical fruits. While grape variety, vineyard management and climate change influence the amount of thiol precursors present in the grapes, their transformation into desirable aroma compounds largely depends on the performance of the selected wine yeast during alcoholic fermentation.

Not all yeast strains possess the same ability to release varietal thiols. Choosing a yeast specifically selected for this purpose allows winemakers to maximise aromatic expression while preserving freshness, varietal typicity and overall wine balance.

Why yeast selection makes the difference

Unlocking hidden aromatic potential

Many varietal thiols naturally exist in grapes as non-aromatic precursors. During fermentation, only selected yeast strains with high β-lyase activity are capable of efficiently converting these precursors into the volatile thiols responsible for the distinctive aromas sought after in varieties such as Sauvignon Blanc, Colombard, Vermentino and many other aromatic white wines.

The choice of yeast therefore becomes one of the most influential decisions in defining the final aromatic profile of the wine.

A yeast selected specifically for thiol expression

More than a fermentation yeast

SAUVY™ is a selected wine yeast specifically developed to maximise the revelation of varietal thiols while ensuring a secure and reliable alcoholic fermentation.

Beyond its fermentation performance, SAUVY™ helps produce wines with enhanced aromatic intensity, greater freshness and a vibrant expression of boxwood, tropical and citrus fruit characters. Its unique metabolic properties make it particularly suited to winemakers seeking highly expressive white wines while maintaining elegance and varietal identity.

Rather than simply completing fermentation, SAUVY™ actively contributes to shaping the final sensory profile of the wine.

Backed by technical validation

The performance of SAUVY™ has been evaluated through numerous winery trials across different grape varieties, vintages and winemaking conditions. These long-term evaluations demonstrate its ability to consistently enhance varietal thiol expression while producing wines with greater aromatic intensity, freshness and overall sensory quality.

Whether producing premium Sauvignon Blanc or other thiol-driven white wines, SAUVY™ provides winemakers with a reliable solution for revealing the full aromatic potential of every vintage.

Discover the SAUVY™ resources

Explore the SAUVY™ landing pages to discover what makes SAUVY™ an exceptional wine yeast and access detailed winery trial results, sensory evaluations and long-term technical data.