Lalvin X-3 MLC (MLC 10) : A blend of four strains of Leoconostoc oenos, including PSU-1, Peynaud, Radler 3, and Petaluma Isolate. It may be used with both reds and whites, may be introduced early or late, and is a living--not dried--culture. It is fairly expensive (but the most economical ML culture), quantified for large batches (200-800 gallons), and not generally sold for home use. The best bet is to find a winery that uses it and beg them to sell you a very small amount. It must be frozen or refrigerated immediately until used.

Wyeast 4007 Wine Yeast : Malo-lactic culture blend isolated from western Oregon wineries. Includes strains Ey2d and Er1a. Excellent for high acid wines and low pH. Can be added to juice any time after the onset of yeast fermentation when sulfur dioxide is less than 15 ppm.

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