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narrow—only 58 to 68—but that makes it perfect for
fermentations that proceed in the house during the winter
when homes are usually maintained precisely in that range.
The sediment formed by D-47 is compact, which makes
racking easier.
Lalvin ICV-D254
With an alcohol tolerance of 18%, ICV-D254 will ferment
any practical must to dryness. This yeast ferments quickly, so
you'll want to keep the temperature under 80 degrees to avoid
foaming. You might want to keep the temperature even lower
to preserve volatile flavor components because ICV-D254
creates a very complex and fruity flavor profile that really
enhances the fruit character of a wine. This would be a good
choice for blueberry wine.
Wyeast 4632 Dry Mead Yeast
Meads, also known as honey wines, are enjoying a resurgence
in popularity. Many yeasts will work to make mead, but this
yeast in particular creates flavor notes that have resulted in
many award-winning meads. The temperature range is 55 to
75, but you'll want to stay as close to 65 as you can to
maximize flavor production. Wyeast 4632 has an alcohol
tolerance of 18% and will result in a very dry mead.
Consolidated Ingredient List
The following ingredient list will allow you to make many
successful gallons of wine. As your experience expands, you
may wish to adopt different materials and techniques; but
most home wine makers find that this list is more than
