{"product_id":"capybara-red-star-premier-classique-wine-yeast-10-pack-5-g-sachets","title":"Capybara Red Star Premier Classique Wine Yeast - 10 Pack (5 g Sachets)","description":"\u003cp\u003eCapybara Distributors Inc. offers Red Star Premier Classique wine yeast in a convenient 10-pack of 5 g sachets, designed for home winemaking adventures. This strain aims to provide a reliable fermentation journey with a neutral aroma footprint, suitable for red and white wines as well as blends that rely on fruit character and balance rather than overt yeast-derived notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKey fermentation traits help you plan with confidence: a quick start into must, strong tolerance to alcohol, and the ability to perform across a broad temperature range. These features can be especially helpful when you’re working with larger batches or musts that aren’t perfectly controlled, giving you more consistency from batch to batch without overwhelming aromas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey advantages for home fermentation projects\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast onset of fermentation even in the presence of indigenous microflora\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlcohol tolerance up to 15%, enabling fuller profiles without excessive stress on yeast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBroad temperature range (14–30°C \/ 57–86°F) for flexible handling in varying environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeutral aromatic profile that supports varietal expression and clean finishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eResilience to nutritional deficiencies and challenging musts with high SO2 levels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn practice, these traits translate to a more predictable fermentation path and a dry, refined baseline that lets fruit, acidity, and structure shine through. The neutral character helps maintain balance across wine styles, from crisp whites to robust reds, while still allowing room for your preferred aging and blending approaches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho this yeast is for and suitable wine styles\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis yeast is well suited for home winemakers seeking a secure fermentation in larger volumes, with a focus on clean, varietal-driven aromas. It works for both red and white wines and can support full-bodied styles where balance and clarity are key goals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for big-batch wines where consistency matters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with red and white styles that benefit from a neutral foundation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use and practical tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRehydrate the yeast in ~10x its weight of sugared water or must-water mix at 38–40°C (100–104°F) for 20–25 minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStir to rehydrate evenly, then gradually add into the must (about three times the weight of must)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid temperature differences exceeding 10°C between rehydration medium and must\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonitor fermentation and adjust nutrients as needed for evolving must conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStorage and shelf life\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnopened sachets store at room temperature for up to 2 years; refrigeration extends shelf life beyond 2 years. After opening, reseal tightly and use within 4 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFlavor and aroma considerations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile described as neutral, this strain tends to support clean fermentations that preserve primary fruit characters and inherent acidity. This makes it a flexible option for white and red wines where you may want to guide the final style through aging, oak, or blending decisions rather than relying on yeast-derived aromatics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What is included in the CAPYBARA Red Star Premier Classique 10-pack?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Ten 5 g sachets of Red Star Premier Classique wine yeast, distributed by CAPYBARA Distributors Inc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What fermentation conditions does this yeast tolerate?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Ferments in 14–30°C range with up to 15% alcohol tolerance; suitable for challenging musts and high SO2 contexts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"CAPYBARA Distributors Inc.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57044434026878,"sku":"B0BHV2HXLV","price":22.4,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0990\/2935\/2830\/files\/capybara-red-star-premier-classique-wine-yeast-10-pack.jpg?v=1772910003","url":"https:\/\/boropantry.co.uk\/products\/capybara-red-star-premier-classique-wine-yeast-10-pack-5-g-sachets","provider":"BoroPantry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}