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    Buon Vino Super Jet Filter for Degassing

    Has anyone used a Buon Vino Super Jet Filter for Degassing? I am just wondering if it is safe for the pump to be used without fluid flowing through it and if it is safe for the carboy so not to implode. I popped it on with a universal orange bung and it works real well pulling the gas out. Just...
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    Testing Acids & PH Options??

    Does anyone have an inexpensive yet accurate method of testing the acids and Ph of must to balance the wine? What methods do you use? Brix is easy but what about these two?
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    Need Creative Way to Raise Must Ferm. Temp.

    I am dealing with two 55 gallon white plastic barrels filled 3/4 of the way full. They are located in a large basement area. Will this belt fit around a 55 gal barrel? Heating blankets seem to be the solution. Thanks for the help!
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    Need Creative Way to Raise Must Ferm. Temp.

    Can anyone share their creative methods for raising the temperature of wine must? I will be using Maurivin B yeast this year as it has an alcohol tolerance of 14-15% and reduces up to 56% of the malic acid during primary fermentation. The optimum temperature range for Maurivin B is 25–30ºC...
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    Acceptable Wood for Cellar Construction??

    There are many woods that are used for cellaring because they do not mold when held a a proper cellar temp and humidity (55 degrees and 70% humidity). No different than cedar is used for cigar humidors because at 70% humidity it does not mold. Problem with cedar is the pleasant odor it gives...
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    My new toy

    Got this little guy, just don't have enough juice to fill her this year. I only have 27 gals of must fermenting right now. Maybe end up with 23-24 gals. Soooo, for now it will serve as a bar in my dining room.
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    Acceptable Wood for Cellar Construction??

    I am preparing my plans for building a large cellar for all my homemade wine and debating what wood to use for the racks (small budget). I cannot afford Mahogany or Redwood. I see people using pine but my research tells me it will mold over time at proper humidity levels. I am considering oak...
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    $20 wine rack-110 bottle

    Doesn't pine mold at proper cellar temps?
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    $35 130 Bottle Wine Rack

    I am interested in the plans as well.
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    Bunratty Meade - from Ireland

    I have 10 gals of a basic mead (wildflower honey, water and D-47 yeast) that has been bulk aging for at least 1 year. I would like to lightly spice it in a similar fashion to Bunratty Mead. We absorbed a lot of this mead (and Guinness) in Ireland and the wife likes it. She has not taken to any...
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    Dragon Blood in 15 days!!!

    I get good use out of these. Now if my Dragon Blood is a hit with the ladies I can go into full production after grape season. Get them away from my stock so it can age!
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    Document your process

    Yes, I would love to take a look. If it can be saved it would solve so many problems. The Brewlog PDF is nice but I can't save it.
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    Dragon Blood in 15 days!!!

    I whipped up 6 gals in a 15 gal. MiniBrew unit. Is there any problem degassing in this unit or does it need to be racked into a carboy first? I can't imagine it would make a difference...
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    Document your process

    Does anyone have a documentary log in Word format that can be typed within and saved? I would greatly appreciate a copy. [email protected]
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    Source for Discount Corks Needed

    Thanks for all the options. FYI - I did find this article about peroxide and wine: http://www.awri.com.au/wp-content/uploads/TN06.pdf
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    Source for Discount Corks Needed

    Does anyone have a source for discount corks? I need about 1000 to start bottling and prepare for grape season. I need a quality sufficient for up to 5 years aging. You can reply directly @ [email protected]
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    Dragon Blood in 15 days!!!

    Is EC-1118 a slow starter? I whipped up a batch of Dragon Blood Wednesday night and pitched a packet yeast yesterday about 11 AM. So far no action. I want to see this blood boil. I want to see life in this brew. Am I just being impatient with this yeast? Temp in the dungeon is approx. 68...
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    Vacuum Transfer Wine Pump Giveaway

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    Merlot Oaking Suggestions

    I made 30 gals of Merlot in October. It has been aging in glass to date. I am beginning to think about oak aging. Does anyone have any recommendations for an oak cube or stave they have used with great success? How long would you recommend leaving the wine on oak?
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