LALVIN R-HST™

Strong fermenter for Riesling and other aromatic whites

LALVIN R-HST™ retains fresh varietal character while contributing structure and mouthfeel.

• It can produce crisp, premium white wines with citrus and floral notes
• Short lag phase which allows R-HST to dominate over spoilage yeast in juice
• Tolerates temperatures as low as 10°C (50°F), although temperature should be increased toward the end of fermentation for a clean finish
• Saccharomyces cerevisiae cerevisiae strain
• Selected from Riesling trials conducted in the Heiligenstein region, Austria

Frequently used in: Riesling, Gewürztraminer, Sauvignon blanc, Viognier, Rhône whites, Aromatic whites, cider
Alcohol Tolerance: 15%
Nitrogen Needs: MEDIUM
Temp. Range: 50-86°F