The instructions say after the third racking (so the wine has be sitting for a total of 6 months) It says to add Potassium Sorbate...let sit for a month, then bottle.
actually...I have a follow up question.
I ran your advice by my father who is helping me make this wine. He said he heard from a friend that you should never top off your wine with store bought wine. Is there any truth to that, if so what would be the reasoning?
Thanks!!
Ok, thanks for the advice.
Regarding the oaking....I have never done it before. Would you be able to recommend how I go about doing it. I would appreciate it.
Hey Everyone,
So this is the plan for my white wine (I got a sheet from the wine making place when I picked up the juice).
I ferment for 7-10 days then rack and let sit for 1 month. Then rack and let sit for 2 months. Then rack and let sit for 3 months. Finally stabilize and when ready...
Hey Everyone,
So I will be upfront about it. I am VERY new to making wine. I normally brew beer but have finally decide to branch out into wine making.
I have made a couple of batches of red wine. I don't make it from the grapes, I go to a local store and buy 6 gallons of juice.
I have...