Hello all, Newbie here, on my first batch of winemaking. So, I have started an RJS Cab Sauv kit. Trying to follow the instructions as best I can. Cleaned, Sanitized everything, did the bentonite, added the juice and filled to the 6 gal mark. Mixed. Kit included oak chips, and wine skins. Added those, mixed, and then sprinkled the yeast. Kit instructions say to not mix for 2 days, but the Oak chips, and grape skins and floating at the surface with a very small amount of foaming. Last night a few hours after sealing, there was some bubbling coming thru the airlock, but today none. My question is, do you think I should l go ahead try to punch down the oak & skins (and thereby the yeast) or wait the full 2 days before doing that? I am being a typical no patience newbie, lol? Thanks in advance for any thoughts.
Mark
Mark