Recent content by BigC

Absolutely! I'm new here as well, and I have to say that the people on this forum have a wealth of knowledge to offer us beginners, and have certainly been a big help to me over the last few weeks. Thanks Guys....and welcome Maverick00!

very fun!!:b

:u...wow! This has been exciting To say the least! A week ago Friday, I started a batch of Cab/Shiraz using my "Artful Winemaker". This coming Friday, it should be ready for stabilizing and clearing process. Last Tuesday I started my first "real kit". A "World Vineyard Collection" Chilean...

...and to think I started this whole thread! I am sooo sorry!!:re

My sympathies go out to you Julie.

Found out today that the little wine supply shop in town, is actually quite well stocked. I picked up a "wine thief", (now I know what one looks like)!! Also picked up a brew belt. Think I might need one down in my basement, as tempurature today down there is hovering around 67 degrees. Also...

Thanks for all the info Guys.....just found a wine supply store in the small town where I live....will check them out today to see if I can find a proper"thief" . Might need to make a trip into the big city to fill my shopping list. I'm sure there will be many more things I'll need!!

Much better than a turkey baster....thank you!;)

Think I figured out a "turkey baster" would work just as well!!:D

I know, I know..."ask a stupid question"!!!

I'm sure I know the concept behind a wine thief, but not sure if I know what one actually looks like! Would I have one in my "basic equipment" starter kit?....can't believe one of my very first questions is such a daft one!!!:slp

Thank you all for the warm welcome! Can't wait to "officially" get started, in a few more days. Need to sort out a workspace first! Been a while since I have gotten excited about anything, but I am excited about this winemaking! Again, thanks for the warm welcome!

After "lurking" on here for a few days, and pouring over numerous websites, I purchased all the basic equipment (I think) needed to make my first batch of kit wine. I'll try to set up my workspace over the day or so. I purchased the " World Vineyard Collection" Chilean Malbec, for my first...