For fruity, young red wines
Recommended varietals: Cabernet-Sauvignon, Sangiovese, Shiraz, Zinfandel
Andante™ is the strain preferred by the winemaker for good colour stability over time, organoleptic richness and fermentation security. The strain shows a positive influence on the anthocyanins for colour stability and on aromatic compounds, enhancing the expression of red fruit notes.
| Kinetics | Moderate to Fast |
| Optimal temperature | 18 to 35 °C |
| Cold tolerance* | 15 °C |
| Alcohol tolerance | 17% vol. |
| Nitrogen requirements** | Low to Moderate |
| Killer factor | Neutral |
| Flocculation | High |
| Glycerol | 7.0 to 9.0 g/L |
| Volatile acidity | Moderate |
| SO2 production | Low |
| H2S production*** | Non-detectable |
| Foam production | Low |
*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.