Pack of 12 Lalvin ICV K1 V1116 active dry wine yeast sachets, each 5 grams, selected for clean, reliable fermentations and vibrant floral and fruity aromatics in white, rose, fruit wines, and meads, with alcohol tolerance up to about 18 percent ABV.
Lalvin ICV K1 V1116 active dry wine yeast is a classic, high performance strain used by both professional wineries and home winemakers. Originally selected by INRA Montpellier in 1972, this yeast is known for producing wines with fresh, intense aromatics that highlight the natural character of the grapes or fruit.
K1 V1116 excels in a wide variety of fermentations. It is commonly used for crisp white wines, delicately scented roses, and aromatic fruit based wines, as well as meads where bright, lifted aromatics are desired. The strain is noted for enhancing floral and fruity notes rather than masking them, helping you craft wines with a clean, expressive nose and balanced palate.
Performance characteristics:
Fast, reliable fermentation with strong kinetics
Broad temperature tolerance, suitable for cool or moderate ferments
Alcohol tolerance up to about 18 percent ABV when properly nourished
Helps maintain fresh fruit and floral aromatics with a clean finish
This pack includes 12 individual 5 gram sachets, giving you flexibility for multiple small batches or a series of trials with different juices, musts, or fruit combinations. Individual sachets help support consistent results from batch to batch and make it easy to pitch the correct amount of yeast for your must volume.
Typical uses:
Aromatic white wines
Rose and blush wines
Fruit based wines and country wines
Meads and melomels where bright aromatics are desired
Whether you are dialing in a house white, experimenting with fruit wines, or crafting expressive meads, Lalvin ICV K1 V1116 from North Mountain Supply provides a dependable, aromatic yeast choice that can handle a wide range of conditions while delivering clean, vibrant, and well balanced wines.
