Allegro™

For elegant, intense and fruity white and rosé wines

Recommended varietals: Chardonnay, Viognier, Ugni blanc, Colombard, Pinot blanc, Chenin, Sémillon

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Keys benefits

  • Fresh, fruity aromas
  • Low SO2
  • Low acetaldehyde

Allegro™ is the ideal yeast strain for varietal white wines, offering a solution for preserving and enhancing primary aromas. It combines these aromas in a synergistic and balanced way, incorporating floral and fruity esters. When used on neutral varieties, Allegro™ imparts a heightened aromatic complexity. Allegro™ is also an excellent choice for crafting fresh and fruity rosé wines.

Technical characteristics

KineticsModerate
Optimal temperature15 to 28 °C
Cold tolerance*13 °C
Alcohol tolerance16% vol.
Nitrogen requirements**Moderate
Killer factorSensitive
FlocculationHigh
Glycerol5.0 to 7.0 g/L
Volatile acidityLow
SO2 productionVery low – None
H2S production***Non-detectable
Foam productionLow

*Once active fermentation has been established.

** YAN level: Low=between 150-225 / Moderate=between 225-300 / High=more than 300

*** Below threshold of detection in conditions tested.