OPTI-WHITE™ Yeast Derivative Nutrient - 1 oz

Yeast Derivative Nutrient - Promotes roundness and smoothness and protects aromatics in whites; OMRI listed OPTI-WHITE® stabilizes and integrates aromas, brings smoothness and complexity, and can also help prevent oxidative damage*. Provides both peptides and polysaccharides; the peptides help protect aromatics and color, while the polysaccharides integrate and stabilize aroma compounds and enhance smoothness Use at the onset of fermentation for color and aroma protection* Use at the tail end of fermentation for smoothness and flavor integration OPTI-WHITE is an inactivated and partially autolyzed yeast derivative Frequently used in: Complex whites, rosés, cider When to add: Anytime during alcoholic or malolactic fermentation Provides: Polysaccharides and antioxidant peptides that balance mouthfeel and protect aromas YAN contribution: InsignificantRecommended Dosage: 20–40 g/hL (1.7–3.3 lb/1000 gal) Usage: Mix OPTI-WHITE in 10 times its weight of juice or water. Add to the juice after settling or directly to the vessel prior to the onset of fermentation. If adding during the later stages of alcoholic fermentation, add during vessel mixing for proper homogenization. This product is partially soluble. Stir to maintain suspension before and during addition. Storage: Dated expiration. Store in a cool and dry environment at 18°C (65°F). Once opened, keep tightly sealed and dry.