Lalvin ICV-D47 Wine Yeast (5 g) – 10-Pack for Complex White Wines

Meet Lalvin ICV-D47, a winemaker’s ally for crafting white wines with depth, balance, and aroma. This yeast strain traces its origins to the Côtes du Rhône in France, where it has become a trusted choice among home and hobby winemakers for adding a fruity, floral backbone to white varieties, especially Chardonnay. When used with care, it can help produce a wine with a full mouthfeel and a silky texture, all while maintaining balance and drinkability.

Key strengths include a moderate fermentation pace and the ability to build complexity through aging on lees. If you like extended lees contact, you may notice richer aromas and a hint of spice emerging over time. The resulting profile can feature ripe tropical fruit notes and citrus accents that stay lively on the palate, making it a versatile option for white wine projects.

What makes ICV-D47 stand out

• Produces complex wines with a strong, fruity and floral character
• Isolated from France, favored for full-bodied Chardonnay and other white varieties
• Contributes ripe, spicy aromas with notes of citrus and tropical fruit
• Delivers a full mouthfeel and silky texture
• Pack size: 10 sachets of 5 g each

Practical uses and tips

• White wine projects benefit from a moderate fermentation pace for balanced extraction
• Aging on lees can unlock extra texture and layered aromas when aging practices are followed
• Ideal for small-batch experiments or hobbyist winemaking, with repeatable dosing across batches
• Useful for adjusting aroma and mouthfeel without relying on additives

Real-life scenarios

Imagine a crisp Chardonnay poured into a cool glass, with gentle hints of tropical fruit and citrus complimenting oak or stainless-steel aging. Or a white blend where ICV-D47 helps harmonize fruit and floral components, creating a wine that feels bright yet round on the palate. Outcomes depend on several variables—must composition, fermentation steps, and aging decisions—yet this yeast provides a reliable foundation for building aroma and texture.

Packaging and value

The 10-sachet pack gives you multiple opportunities to experiment with different white wine styles or to scale up batches as you refine your process. Each sachet contains 5 g of dry yeast, designed for convenient dosing across fermentations. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to preserve viability for your next project.