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I have a pear wine that I think is clear. I can actually read anything I put behind the carboy. My question is why can I still see the flashlight beam through the carboy instead of just a point of light on the other side. It has been thoroughly degassed. I have a wild grape that's clear and I...

I started this six gallon batch of pear last Tuesday. The recipe I used and specifics are as follows: 3 Gallons Pear Juice From Steamed Pears (27lbs) 1 tsp Ascorbic Acid 5 tsp Acid Blend 4 tsp Pectic Enzyme 3/4 tsp Grape Tannin 5 tsp yeast nutrient 1 tsp yeast energizer 1/4 tsp...

I started this batch on October 27th, 2008. Now that I finally got the pictures on my computer, I thought I would just post some pics and update progress. The recipe: 22 lbs Wild Grapes (Fox Grapes) crushed 2 TBSP Yeast Nutrient 3/4 tsp Pectic Enzyme 1/2 tsp Wine Tannin 10 lbs Sugar...

On Sunday I juiced 27 pounds of what I call backyard/pasture pears with my new steamer. The yield was3 gallons plus an iced tea glass of juice. I didn't quite know what to expect as far as the amount of juice. I am satisfied with the amount though. The pearshave beenfrozen for a couple of...

It seems the man in the brown truck paid me a visit while I was at work today. My steamer FINALLY arrived. Nothing like a shiny, brand new toy. I believe I'm really going to like it. Next up pear wine, or apple or cranberry......so many choices

While rummaging through the back ofa closet to see if I could clear out some space, I ran across afew of bottles of "aged" wine. The eldest is a 1997 Estancia Meritage which is a 59% blend of Cab Sauv, 30% Merlot, and 11% Cab Franc. Ya think it might be good to drink?

Who did you order from and how was the service. I ordered on online on November 12th and still haven't received it. It has been nothing but a headache since I called to inquire about a shipping confirmation. I'm just looking for someone reliable at this point as my CC company should handle the...

I ordered the N12 steamer/juiceryesterday and can't wait for it's arrival. I have pears,applesand wild grapes in the freezer waiting to be juiced. I will be getting crabapples this weekend. Eland

I started a 5 gallon batch of wild grape on October 26th. 22lbs yielded one gallon of juice. Here's the recipe I used: 1 gal. pressed wild grape juicefrom what's commonly called possum grapes 10 lbs sugar 2 tbspyeast nutrient 3/4 tsp pectic enzyme 5 campden tablets 1/2 teaspoon...

I have about a bushel of pears that I plan on making wine out of. I'm not sure what variety they are, but they are the kind that you find on farms/old homesteads. My question is, can you freeze them whole and what is the best way to extract the juice? I have a batch of wild grape going now...

Hello Everyone, I accidentally stumbled upon this site yesterday and am now happily a member. I just embarked on my first wine-making venture this weekend. I have already discovered a wealth of information here and I hope to be able to contribute soon. I'm sure I'll have tons of questions...