Best Capybara Distributors Inc Winemaking Yeasts in 2026

Strong strain with a very high alcohol tolerance

Used to avoid sluggish fermentation and to restart stuck ones with remaining residual sugars

Easy to use

Sold by North Mountain Supply

We are an Authorized Red Star Distributor and offer the freshest yeast on the market!

We will provide free replacements and troubleshooting if for any reason the yeast does not activate before the expiration date

Sold by North Mountain Supply

We are an Authorized Red Star Distributor and offer the freshest yeast on the market!

We will provide free replacements and troubleshooting if for any reason the yeast does not activate before the expiration date

Sold by North Mountain Supply

We are an Authorized Red Star Distributor and offer the freshest yeast on the market!

We will provide free replacements and troubleshooting if for any reason the yeast does not activate before the expiration date

5 gram package

Active dry wine yeast

Recommended for cabernet, cider, dry whites, fruits, meads, port, and sodas

Meant for red wines because it is tolerant to heat and sulfur dioxide

Hardly ever causes stuck fermentation

Used for cabernet sauvignon, merlot and zinfandel

Premier Cuvee - 10 packages

Ideal for high quality sparkling wines processed with classic or Charmat method whose base wines are made up of Chardonnay, Pinot (Noir, Blanc and Gris)

Able to ferment within a wide temperature range: 7C - 35C (45F - 95F)

A versatile yeast strain for all types of red and white wines especially sparkling wines and ciders

A fast fermenting yeast that produces a clean, neutral flavor

Excellent for re-starting stuck fermentations

Sold by North Mountain Supply

We are an Authorized Red Star Distributor and offer the freshest yeast on the market!

We will provide free replacements and troubleshooting if for any reason the yeast does not activate before the expiration date

5 gram package

Good for up to 6 gallons

Meant for red wines

Produces red, white and sparkling wines with a fruity character

Can create sweeter wines at cooler fermentation temperatures

Ideal for mead and non-grape wines including apple, peach and raspberry

High alcohol tolerance

Fairly neutral

Cold tolerant

Made From strong and durable plastic for years of life

Able to dry carboy upside down to prevent the introduction of bacteria

Stackable for easy and compact storage

A strong fermenter with good ethanol tolerance

This strain is recommended for all white wines, some reds and for fruit juices

This strain has good tolerance to free sulfur dioxide

A vigorous yeast that produces dry wines with a clean character

For all white wines, some red wines and for fruit wines

Great for restarting stuck fermentations

500 gram package

Active dry wine yeast

DRY YEAST – Create your best sparkling wines with Red Star Premier Cuvee Wine Yeast. This strain is used to ferment reds, whites, and sparkling wines. This yeast is one of the fastest, cleanest, and most neutral of all Red Star wine yeasts.

QUALITY – This strain helps create roundness in the finished wine for a smooth texture and mouthfeel, making it perfect for crafting for traditional sparkling wines, Chardonnays, Cabernet Sauvignons, and more. Premier Cuvee’s alcohol tolerance allows you to craft wines up to 16% ABV.

FLEXIBLE FERMENTATION – Premier Cuvee works well even in the most difficult winemaking conditions. This strain performs best in a wide fermentation temperature range of 50-86ºF.