Pack of 12 Red Star Premier Classique wine yeast sachets, ideal for secure, reliable fermentations in a wide range of wine styles. This strain offers a fast start, good alcohol tolerance up to about 15 percent ABV and a broad temperature range from 59 to 95 F, making it well suited for larger volume batches.
North Mountain Supply Red Star Premier Classique wine yeast is a versatile, dependable strain chosen by home and small scale winemakers who want consistent, secure fermentations across many wine types. Sold as a pack of 12 sachets, it is a solid choice for both single batches and multiple fermentations throughout the season.
Premier Classique is formulated to:
Provide a quick fermentation start, helping your must move rapidly into active fermentation
Handle alcohol levels up to approximately 15 percent by volume under proper conditions
Perform within a broad temperature range of about 59 to 95 F (15 to 35 C)
This combination of fast start, strong fermentation and wide temperature tolerance makes the strain especially well suited when you need:
Reliable fermentation in larger volume lots
Flexibility in cellar or room temperatures
A yeast that maintains activity under demanding conditions
Typical uses include:
Red wines where a strong, secure fermentation is important
Medium to full bodied wines with higher potential alcohol levels
Larger batches where consistency and reliability are a priority
Because of its robust nature, Premier Classique is often selected when winemakers want:
Confidence that fermentation will start quickly and proceed steadily
A yeast that can adapt to different temperature environments
A strain that supports good alcohol development within its stated tolerance
Key features:
Pack of 12 Red Star Premier Classique wine yeast sachets
Designed for fast fermentation starts
Good alcohol resistance up to about 15 percent ABV
Wide fermentation temperature range of approximately 59 to 95 F (15 to 35 C)
Well suited for larger volume batches and secure fermentations
Sold by North Mountain Supply as an authorized Red Star distributor, these sachets are packaged fresh to support reliable performance. If yeast does not activate when used according to directions and within date, North Mountain Supply provides troubleshooting assistance and replacement support to help ensure a positive winemaking experience.
