WineXpert Eclips Sauvignon blanc

[petey]

Haven’t done a kit in a while. But this one came with 2 pkg of yeast, k1-1116 and EC-1118. While i have used both of them , I’ve never used them together
Should i pick one or just use both?

 

[Johnd]

Personally, I’d just use one, the K1V-1116.

 

[Boatboy24]

Set the EC-1118 aside just incase the KV-1116 doesn't finish. But you can likely ignore it.

 

[pgentile]

I think most Eclipse kits come with two yeast packets, a main yeast and back-up EC-1118. At least the 3 or 4 I have done did. Did the sauv blanc about 3 years ago, it came out very good.

 

[petey]

Okay thanks. The K1-1116 it is

 

[Frosty]

Anyone know how this Eclipse kit compares to the RJS South African top end kit? Also with age do these kits lose their tartness?

I had friends do a blind taste test comparing a mid-priced SB (Grand Cru) to Selection kit a few years ago. The mid priced kit won in blind test tests as it was a light, refreshing summer drink. I'm trying to decide whether to do mid-priced kits and plan on drinking early so it stays tart or to try and get the best of both with a high end kit e.g. very fruity but still tart.

I feel good about my reds but have not matched a white to our preferences yet. Any thoughts that may be helpful?