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  1. texaswinemaker

    Flextank

    I purchased a thirty gallon flextank and have had a good experience with it. Although you will need to be creative when cleaning it, there are a few hard to reach areas. I would say a pump is necessary with extra hose because of the depth of the tank. Overall I was impressed on how it handled...
  2. texaswinemaker

    Help with numbers from Lanza Vineyard grapes!

    Thank you guys for all of the suggestions. I believe the ph and the brix are correct and the acid test kit isn't. I really appreciate all of the input.
  3. texaswinemaker

    Help with numbers from Lanza Vineyard grapes!

    What do you suggest I do? Thanks for responding!
  4. texaswinemaker

    Help with numbers from Lanza Vineyard grapes!

    Here are the numbers my wife and I came up with. Cab-PH=3.7 Brix=24 T.A.=.375 Petite- PH=3.6 Brix=24 T.A.=.375 The T.A was measured with a basic kit by Country Wines. The PH was measured with a Hanna Phep and I'll be honest I used a hydrometer to measure the (SG) and converted it to Brix...
  5. texaswinemaker

    Free Black Spanish (Lenoir) Vines

    I would absolutely love to adopt some of your cuttings! I'm locate in Spring. Please contact me at your convenience!
  6. texaswinemaker

    Flextank

    I thought I would update this post. My 30 gallon FlexTank has been wonderful so far. I did experience one little problem with the front nut that seals spigot opening. I called FlexTank and they immediately sent me another nut to replace the original. When I decide I want to expand my...
  7. texaswinemaker

    Flextank

    Thank you all for the responses! I really appreciate them. I am making my first big purchase of Cali grapes with the Central Texas Wine Guild and my budget is limited as a result. I'm going to try the Eco for that reason alone plus I have found, not verified, that they are doing well with...
  8. texaswinemaker

    Flextank

    I am considering purchasing a Flextank ECO 30 Maturation Tank. Do any of you have experience with them? http://www.flextankusa.com/eco-maturation-products-30.php Thank you!
  9. texaswinemaker

    Muscat Canelli vines growing differently

    Hello all, I planted Muscat Canelli vines in March of this year (Spring, TX). They all were planted the exact same way. I dug holes approximately 3 feet deep and 3 feet around and mixed high quality organic soil with native soil. They receive the same amount of sunlight and there is...
  10. texaswinemaker

    What type of peach is best for winemaking?

    Thank you guys for such quick responses. @Jeepingchic, I LOVE your screen name. I am a longtime jeep owner too! @ Wade, The orchard I am going to go too has both of the peaches you recommended! Now I have to make two batches!!! @ Tom, I will make sure they are over ripe. I will keep this...
  11. texaswinemaker

    What type of peach is best for winemaking?

    I am going to start a new peach wine batch and would very much appreciate the forums opinion as to which type of peach is best for winemaking. I am going to go to a local peach farm that sells a number of different types of peaches. The farm is located in Fairfield Texas, I would post the...
  12. texaswinemaker

    Strawberry Wine Journal

    Thank you for this post, I love it. Doing this type of post takes time and effort. I just wanted to say that I appreciate it. :)
  13. texaswinemaker

    New wine maker here!

    I am in Spring, on the north side of Houston.
  14. texaswinemaker

    New wine maker here!

    So far I have enjoyed reading every post I have clicked on, thank you all so much!
  15. texaswinemaker

    New wine maker here!

    A long time family friend introduced me to the art of wine making several months ago and I have found myself completely in love with it. I currently have 3 gallons of Rasberry Chocolate Port, 3 gallons of a Pinot/Chardonney, and 2 gallons of a grape wine I de-stemmed, and crushed myself...
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