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Gervin - GV8 - Red Table Wine Yeast

Gervin - GV8 - Red Table Wine Yeast

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Gervin GV8 Red Table Wine Yeast (burgundy label) is the choice for Bordeaux and Claret-style reds. It ferments between 18 and 30°C, so it copes well in a warm kitchen or airing cupboard.

Key features

  • Red table wine yeast from Gervin
  • Ideal for Bordeaux and Claret-style wines
  • Fermentation range 18-30°C
  • Burgundy label in the Gervin range

How to use

Prepare your must, then sprinkle the dried yeast onto the surface - Gervin say there is no need to stir. Sanitise everything that touches the must with no-rinse ChemSan first.

Goes well with

For red winemakers working with grape juice, kits or dark fruit. Compare it with the rest of the Gervin Yeast Full Range, or use our Wine Yeast Selector.

Frequently Asked Questions
What style of wine is GV8 for?

Bordeaux and Claret-style red table wines.

What temperature does it ferment at?

Between 18 and 30C, according to Gervin.

How do I use it?

Sprinkle the dried yeast onto the surface of the prepared must - no need to stir.

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Yeast Specification

🌡️18–30°CTemp Range
🍷15%ABV Tolerance
🔬 SpeciesSaccharomyces cerevisiae (Narbonne)
⏱️ Fermentation SpeedMedium
🎯 Recommended ForRed table wines (Bordeaux/Claret). Selected by INRA at Narbonne. Minimal frothing, good glycerol yield, structured tannin backbone. Flocculation / nitrogen requirement: Not published by Gervin for this strain.