Zymaflore® VL3

Zymaflore® VL3 – White wine yeast for the development of thiolic varietal aromas

Zymaflore® VL3 is a selected active pure dry yeast (Saccharomyces cerevisiae), Specifically, the Exposing volatile thiol flavourings has been developed. It is particularly suitable for Sauvignon blanc and aromatic grape varieties such as Colombard and Petit Manseng.

The yeast strain shows a very high ability to Release of typical thiol flavors such as 4MSP (box tree, broom), 3SH (Grapefruit, Maracuja) and A3SH (Maracuja, box tree). The resulting wines are intensely aromatic, elegant and clearly structured.

Zymaflore® VL3 fermentes reliably via a wide temperature range and distinguished by a low formation of volatile acid and low H2S values. The yeast is POF(-), GMO free and is very suitable for the Fine yeast finishing.

Benefits at a glance

• Very high release of thiolic varietal flavors
• Ideal for Sauvignon blanc and aromatic white wines
• Intensive notes of grapefruit, maracuja and box tree
• Low formation of volatile acid and H2S
• Very suitable for yeast storage

Fermentation properties

• Alcohol tolerance: up to 14,5 % vol.
• Fermentation temperature: 15–21 °C
• High nitrogen demand

Application & Dosage

• Dosage: 20–30 g / hL
• Perform rehydrogenation according to manufacturer's instructions
• Avoid temperature differences above 10 °C

Field of use

alcoholic fermentation of white wine musts, Especially for Sauvignon Blanc and thiol-concerned grape varieties.