[bthompson]

Hi all, and thanks for taking time to read this.

I want to jump right in and start making wines. The first question I suppose is about equipment. I'll be making from kits, and least to start. Any recommendations on equipment kits? I've done some research, so I should mention I will be doing 30 bottles at a time, no immediate plans to have several batches going at once. I would like to grow out of the kits and experiament at a later time, if that's a factor. Thanks in advance!

[Tom]

Well bthompson WELCOME to the group!
If you do not have a local source here is a place we reccomend. He also has starter kita available.
http://www.finevinewines.com/
George has the biggest selection. I would suggest something you like. Aslo, depending on your budget try the higher end kits. In winemaking "you get what you pay for"
If you have a good wine pallet the higher end for sure.
Depending on what part of the world you are from California juice is in this month. Something to consider now or later.

[bthompson]

Thanks, Tom. I live about 20 miles from his shop, so that's perfect. What do you see as the benefits of upgrades from the Basic, Beginner, and Deluxe? I don't mind spending the money, but my guess is I will be doing a batch or 2 per year.

[St Allie]

hello bthompson

welcome to the forum

Allie

[bthompson]

Thanks, Allie.

[Wade E]

Welcome. I second that fine vine wines site and am actually a mod on that forum also. Check out his site and register as you get a 10% discount for the first purchase and a gift certificate every year for your birthday if you join the birthday club. After all that once you spend a certain amount youll start getting a growers discount on every purchase for helping his business grow. Hell help you choose exactly what you need as far as wines and equipment.

[Tom]

Originally Posted by bthompson

Thanks, Tom. I live about 20 miles from his shop, so that's perfect. What do you see as the benefits of upgrades from the Basic, Beginner, and Deluxe? I don't mind spending the money, but my guess is I will be doing a batch or 2 per year.

Spend the extra $ on the deluxe. It is well worth it and you will need all of it and them some when you become OBSESSED

[Tom]

BTW.
Once you start making wine you will make MORE that 2 batch's a year.

[bthompson]

Originally Posted by Tom

BTW.
Once you start making wine you will make MORE that 2 batch's a year.

Lovely, another obsession.

[Tom]

Originally Posted by bthompson

Lovely, another obsession.

You have "OTHERS"?
What are they?