Wine Additives

Lalvin Wine Yeast
Red Star Wine Yeast
Yeast Energizer
Yeast Nutrient
Acid Blend
Citric Acid
Malic Acid
Tartaric Acid
Ascorbic Acid
Calcium Carbonate
Bentonite
Pectic Enzyme
Finings/Clarifiers
Wine Smoothers
Oak
Tannin Dry
Tannin Liquid
Campden Tablets
Potassium Metabisulphite
Potassium Sorbate

Wine Yeasts

LALVIN ACTIVE FREEZE-DRIED WINE YEAST

Packaged in individual five gram nitrogen purged foil sachets.

Each sachet is printed with yeast variety.

Each sachet will ferment 1-6 U.S. gallons of must.


Lalvin Yeast
WM3400

ACK1V-1116 (12-14% alcohol tolerance)
All purpose. For producing wines from grapes & fresh fruit.

$1.29
$.79

WM3403

RC-212 (12-14% alcohol tolerance)
For producing red wines of smooth character & rounded structure.

$1.29
$.79

WM3405

71B-1122 (14% alcohol tolerance)
For producing wines with a fruity aroma. Ideal for concentrates

$1.29
$.79

WM3407

ICV D-47 (15% alcohol tolerance)
For producing superior quality white wines. Ideal for dry & fruity white wines.

$1.29
$.79

WM3410

EC-1118 (18% alcohol tolerance)
For producing all white wines, sparkling wines, ciders & to restart stuck fermentations.

$1.29
$.79


RED STAR ACTIVE FREEZE-DRIED WINE YEAST

Packaged in individual five gram nitrogen purged foil sachets.

Each sachet is printed with yeast variety.

Each sachet will ferment 1-6 U.S. gallons of must.


Red Star Yeast
WM3415

MONTRACHET (8-10% alcohol tolerance)
All purpose. For producing full-bodied red & white wines.

$.99
$.49

WM3420

PASTEUR CHAMPAGNE
(12% alcohol tolerance)
For producing white wines, some red wines, fruit juices & to restart stuck fermentations. Not commonly used for sparkling wines.

$.99
$.49

WM3435

PREMIER CUVEE
(14-16% alcohol tolerance)
For producing red wines, white wines and champagne and to restart stuck fermentations.

$.99
$.49

YEAST ENERGIZER

Contains Diammonium phosphate, yeast hulls, magnesium sulphate, & Vitamin B Complex.

Aids in stimulating and re-starting stuck fermentation. Also aids in creating higher alcohol wines.

Add ½ teaspoon per gallon of wine must to stimulate fermentation.

WM6365A

YEAST ENERGIZER 1 OZ

$2.95
$1.99

WM6365B

YEAST ENERGIZER 1 LB

$12.95
$9.99

YEAST NUTRIENT

Diammonium phosphate added to a must to ensure healthy fermentation.

Use 1 teaspoon per gallon.

WM6368A

YEAST NUTRIENT 2 OZ

$1.99
$1.59

WM6368B

YEAST NUTRIENT 8 OZ

$3.95
$2.99

WM6368C

YEAST NUTRIENT 1 LB

$5.95
$4.99

WM6368D

YEAST NUTRIENT 10 LB BULK

$29.95
$23.99

WM6368E

YEAST NUTRIENT 50 LB BULK

$125.95
$112.99

ACID BLEND

A blend of tartaric, malic & citric acids.

Preferred source of raising acid in acid deficient musts.

Exercise caution when adding acid. It is easy to raise the acid level, but difficult to lower it.

WM6120A

ACID BLEND 2 OZ

$2.50
$1.99

WM6120B

ACID BLEND 8 OZ

$3.95
$2.99

WM6120C

ACID BLEND 1 LB

$5.95
$4.99

WM6120D

ACID BLEND 10 LB BULK

$45.95
$39.99

WM6120E

ACID BLEND 50 LB BULK

$195.95
$179.99

CITRIC ACID

Acid found in citrus fruits and the least found in grapes or fruit.

Added to finished wine to lower pH levels and raise acid.

Gives the wine a crisp citrus flavor.

Recommended for use on finished wines.

Exercise caution when adding acid. It is easy to raise the acid level, but difficult to lower it.C

WM6170A

CITRIC ACID 2 OZ

$2.45
$1.99

WM6170B

CITRIC ACID 1 LB

$4.95
$3.99

WM6170C

CITRIC ACID 10 LB BULK

$35.95
$29.99

WM6170D

CITRIC ACID 50 LB BULK

$152.95
$132.99

MALIC ACID

Acid found in apples, grapes, etc.

Adds an apple type tartness to wines.

Can be added to must or finished wine.

Used to boost malic acid for Malo-Lactic fermentation.

Exercise caution when adding acid. It is easy to raise the acid level, but difficult to lower it.

WM6320A

MALIC ACID 2 OZ

$1.99
$1.59

WM6320B

MALIC ACID 1 LB

$5.95
$4.99

WM6320C

MALIC ACID 10 LB BULK

$44.95
$37.99

WM6320D

MALIC ACID 50 LB BULK

$185.95
$171.99

TARTARIC ACID

Predominate acid found in grapes.

Can be used in must or finished wine.

Preferred over citric and malic acid to raise acid levels.

Exercise caution when adding acid. It is easy to raise the acid level, but difficult to lower it.

WM6360A

TARTARIC ACID 2 OZ

$3.95
$2.99

WM6360B

TARTARIC ACID 1 LB

$12.95
$10.99

WM6360C

TARTARIC ACID 10 LB BULK

$125.95
$107.99

WM6360D

TARTARIC ACID 50 LB BULK

$499.95
$365.99

ASCORBIC ACID

Vitamin C

May aid in preventing oxidation of wine.

Use 1 teaspoon per 5 gallons at bottling

WM6130A

ASCORBIC ACID 1 OZ

$3.95
$2.99

WM6130B

ASCORBIC ACID 1 LB

$27.95
$23.99

CALCIUM CARBONATE

Preferred method for lowering acidity in high acid musts.

Use before and during fermentation.

Use 5/8 tsp. per gallon to lower acidity .15%. Do not reduce acid more than .30%.

WM6160

CALCIUM CARBONATE 2 OZ

$1.95
$.99

WM6160A

CALCIUM CARBONATE 1 LB

$3.95
$2.99

BENTONITE

A fine clay for clearing protein hazes from wine.

Use 4 teaspoons to ½ cup warm water.

WM6150A

BENTONITE 8 OZ

$1.95
$.99

WM6150B

BENTONITE 1 LB

$2.95
$1.99

WM6150C

BENTONITE 10 LB BULK

$14.95
$12.99

WM6150D

BENTONITE 50 LB BULK

$62.95
$55.99

PECTIC ENZYME

Increases juice yields from fresh fruit and aids in the prevention of pectin haze.

Contains: Pectinase and Malodextrine (as a carrier).

Add 1/2 tsp/U.S. gallon of juice, 1/10 tsp/lb of fruit one hour before fermentation.

WM6382

PECTIC ENZYME
1 OZ

$2.95
$1.99

WM6382A

PECTIC ENZYME
1 LB

$9.95
$7.99

FININGS/CLARIFIERS

Used for clarifying wines.

WM6381

ISINGLASS 45 ml
Used to clear white wines. One pouch sufficient for six gallons. Add to wine, thoroughly stir & rack after two weeks.

$1.59
$.99

WM6383

LQ SUPER-KLEER KC FININGS
Liquid clearing agent with a one-two punch combination of kieselsol and chitosan. One package is sufficient to clear a 5 or 6 gallon batch of wine.

$2.95
$1.99

WINE SMOOTHERS

Used to smooth the taste of young or harsh wines & reduces aging time for homemade wines.

WM6200A

GLYCERINE USP 4 OZ
Finishing formula, to smooth out & mellow wines

$3.95
$2.99

WM6200B

GLYCERINE USP 1 GALLON BULK
Finishing formula, to smooth out & mellow wines

$45.95
$39.99

WM6386

SUPER SMOOTHER
Two-pouch system that contains 15 ml of glycerin & 15 ml of Sinatin 17 to smooth the taste of young or harsh wines & reduces aging time for homemade wines. One pouch sufficient for 6 gallons.

$3.95
$2.99

WM6375

WINE CONDITIONER 500ml
Sweetens wine while reducing aging time. Add to taste (usually up to 250ml per 6 gallons) before bottling and after the wine has been stabilized.
Ingredients: Sucrose, Potassium Sorbate

$6.95
$5.99

OAK

Oaking your wines can add the flavors of vanilla, caramel, leather and tobacco.

French Oak adds a perceived aromatic sweetness and full mouthfeel.

American Oak adds aromatic sweetness and a campfire/roasted coffee attribute.

Usage depends on type of wine & taste desired, add to taste.

Recommended Uses for 6 U.S. Gallons of:

For white wines use 1-1½ cups
For red wines use 2-3 cups

WM6340A

OAK CHIPS - LIGHT TOAST
4 OZ

$2.95
$1.99

WM6340B

OAK CHIPS - LIGHT TOAST
1 LB

$4.95
$3.99

WM6340C

OAK CHIPS - LIGHT TOAST
10 LB BULK

$32.95
$27.99

WM6340D

OAK CHIPS - LIGHT TOAST
50 LB BULK

$134.95
$125.99

WM6345A

OAK CHIPS - FRENCH MEDIUM TOAST
4 OZ

$3.95
$2.99

WM6345B

OAK CHIPS - FRENCH MEDIUM TOAST
1 LB

$8.95
$7.99

WM6345C

OAK CHIPS - FRENCH MEDIUM TOAST
10 LB BULK

$72.95
$72.99

WM6345D

OAK CHIPS - FRENCH MEDIUM TOAST
40 LB BULK

$335.95
$249.99

WM6346A

OAK ESSENCE 4 OZ LIQUID

$4.95
$3.99

WM6346B

OAK ESSENCE 128 OZ LIQUID

$87.95
$78.99

TANNIN DRY

A dry form of premium Slovakian wine tannin from the heart of the European/Spanish Chestnut tree.

Balances low tannin wines and aids clarification.

Use ¼ tsp/gal for white or rosé wine must, 1/3 tsp/gal for red wine must,½ tsp/gal for fruit wine must.

WM6300A

TANNIN DRY 1 OZ

$2.95
$1.99

WM6300B

TANNIN DRY 1 LB

$12.95
$10.99

TANNIN LIQUID

A liquid form of premium Slovakian wine tannin from the heart of the European/Spanish Chestnut tree.

Balances low tannin wines and aids clarification.

Used instead of powder when very small amounts of tannin are required.

WM6385

TANNIN LIQUID 4 OZ

$3.75
$2.99

CAMPDEN TABLETS

Made with potassium metabisulphite.

Acts as a sterilant and antioxidant.

1 Tablet per gallon of wine = 75ppm (parts per million) SO2.

WM7040A
2 ounce vial (Approx. 110 tablets)

$3.95
$2.99

WM7040B
1 pound (Approx. 843 tablets)

$16.95
$13.99

WM7040C
5 pounds (Approx. 4,215 tablets)

$72.95
$55.99

POTASSIUM METABISULPHITE

Used as a sanitizer for equipment or as an antioxidant and bactericide in wine.

As a sanitizer for your equipment, use 2 ounces per gallon of water.

As an antioxidant/bactericide for your wines, use 1/8 tsp. per gallon of wine = 150ppm (parts per million) SO2.

Superior in many ways to Sodium Metabisulphite.

Air exposure begins to reduce the potency of this chemical immediately.

Sulphite levels can be tested with our Titrets test kits.

WM7050A
2 ounces

$3.75
$1.99

WM7050B
1 pound

$6.95
$4.99

WM7050C
3 pounds

$15.95
$11.99

WM7050D
55 pounds

$220.95
$179.99

POTASSIUM SORBATE

A stabilizing (anti-microbial) agent that prevents renewed fermentation in sweet wines.

As a stabilizer, use ½ teaspoon per gallon

WM6355A
1 ounces

$3.95
$1.99

WM6355B
1 pound

$14.95
$13.99

WM6355C
10 pounds

$132.95
$109.99