{"product_id":"lallemand-opti-red-color-body-tannin-integration","title":"Opti-Red","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"90\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cstrong data-end=\"90\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eOptiRED – Lallemand Yeast Derivative for Color, Body \u0026amp; Tannin Integration in Red Wines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cul data-end=\"594\" data-start=\"92\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"190\" data-start=\"92\"\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003cp data-end=\"190\" data-start=\"94\"\u003e\r\n\t\t\tEnhances early formation of polysaccharide–polyphenol complexes for more intense, stable color\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"257\" data-start=\"191\"\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003cp data-end=\"257\" data-start=\"193\"\u003e\r\n\t\t\tRounds and smooths tannins to reduce harshness and astringency\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"340\" data-start=\"258\"\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003cp data-end=\"340\" data-start=\"260\"\u003e\r\n\t\t\tBuilds fuller body and improved mouthfeel without altering varietal expression\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"435\" data-start=\"341\"\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003cp data-end=\"435\" data-start=\"343\"\u003e\r\n\t\t\tCan be used at the start or during fermentation for flexible control over tannin structure\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"594\" data-start=\"436\"\u003e\r\n\t\t\u003cp data-end=\"594\" data-start=\"438\"\u003e\r\n\t\t\tOutperforms generic inactivated yeast products by delivering high‑molecular‑weight mannoproteins via MEX™ processing\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-end=\"674\" data-start=\"596\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eOptiRED is a tailored inactivated yeast derivative produced by Lallemand using an innovative MEX™ method that makes high-molecular-weight polysaccharides immediately available in the must. When introduced early during maceration or alcohol fermentation, these compounds complex with freshly released anthocyanins and tannins, protecting color integrity and creating softer, more integrated tannin profiles. The result is a red wine with enhanced intensity, smoother palate, improved structural balance, and longer-term color stability—without over‑manipulating varietal character. This effect is particularly noticeable in light‑ to medium‑bodied reds or in vintages with lower phenolic maturity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-end=\"848\" data-start=\"676\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cstrong data-end=\"688\" data-start=\"676\"\u003eProtocol\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"691\" data-start=\"688\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eSuspend the recommended dose in 10× its weight of clean must or water. Stir thoroughly to ensure full dispersion, then add at one of these points:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"731\" data-start=\"728\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e• At the \u003cstrong data-end=\"62\" data-start=\"9\"\u003ebeginning of maceration or alcoholic fermentation\u003c\/strong\u003e for enhanced color protection and tannin integration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"771\" data-start=\"768\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e• Toward the \u003cstrong data-end=\"36\" data-start=\"13\"\u003eend of fermentation\u003c\/strong\u003e to smooth out persistent harshness without affecting initial extraction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-end=\"987\" data-start=\"850\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cstrong data-end=\"865\" data-start=\"850\"\u003eUsage Rates\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"868\" data-start=\"865\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eRecommended dosage: 20–40 g per hectoliter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"908\" data-start=\"905\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e= 0.2–0.4 g per liter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"948\" data-start=\"945\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003e= 0.76–1.5 g per gallon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp data-end=\"1069\" data-start=\"989\"\u003e\r\n\t\u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eFor standard use, 30 g\/hL (0.3 g\/L or ~1.14 g\/gal) provides excellent balance between color enhancement and mouthfeel refinement\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\r\n\tFor home users a rough approximate of weight is 1 tsp = 2.6 grams. We highly recommend using a scale to weigh the product for an accurate dose. We do not recommend relying on these rough conversions for accurate dosage rates.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n","brand":"Lallemand\/Lalvin","offers":[{"title":"8 g","offer_id":51913797108001,"sku":"AD355","price":2.69,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"80 g","offer_id":51913797140769,"sku":"AD355B","price":10.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2.5 kg","offer_id":51913797173537,"sku":"AD355C","price":139.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 kg","offer_id":51913797206305,"sku":"AD355E","price":449.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0955\/7521\/2321\/files\/64570.png?v=1760386432","url":"https:\/\/morebeer.mom\/products\/lallemand-opti-red-color-body-tannin-integration","provider":"MoreBeer!","version":"1.0","type":"link"}