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Hey, I missed your comment when you wrote it... I'm in Illinois. Close to you by any chance?

Very interesting, thanks for replying. That does make a lot of sense. PD

Thank you, too kind! I will pay it forward then :-) PD

Thanks to both of you for the kind offer. I wasn't expecting to get it for free but at least let me pay for shipping. Is Paypal ok? Roy, how much do you think you'll have? 5 lbs or so would be ideal but I'll take what I can get. PD

Oh, excellent and sehr gut! Apologies if my comment came off as short, I didn't intend it that way. The reason I ask is because I was hoping that maybe you could tell me more about it. My wife's grandmother is German and says that her family used to use it for baking. They used unprocessed...

Warum? Sind Sie Deutsch?

Bump... this is a standing offer. Just let me know your price and how much you can provide. Thank you!!

I'm in Chicago and could use this. What size? Also whereabouts are you located (I'm assuming I'd have to pick it up). I'm in the near northern suburbs.

Hi everyone, I am looking to purchase several pounds of unprocessed wine tartar, preferably from red wine. These are the "wine diamonds" which crystallize out during the production of wine. I can't use the ordinary commercial stuff (cream of tartar). If interested, please let me know how...

Hey Steve, Your ears must have been ringing. I love the wine pump, I don't know how I lived without it. Would you happen to know what kind of grapes are typically available? I'd potentially be interested in joining you if there's an open spot. PD

I'm actually looking for the full vineyard experience, but Brehm vineyards is a great option. And I bought one of those vacuum pumps and it still works great two years later. Awesome investment!

Hi everyone, I've made a few kits in the past and I'd like to try my hand at making wine from grapes this year. I'm wondering if anyone knows of a good source of grapes (preferably pinot noir) within driving distance of Chicago? I'd be looking for enough to make 20 gallons or so. Thanks! PD

I will PM you!

Hi dbeck, Looks like he may be able to make the trip though it may have to be the weekend after next. Do you think that would work? If that's too late, I understand. I appreciate the offer in either case. :-) PD

I've just reached out to him! Again, thanks for the offer. :-)

Hi Dbeck, Actually I just found out that one of my friends is working up in Minneapolis and might be able to pick some up for me. I have to check with him to see if he is willing to do this, but if the offer still stands, could I PM you to make arrangements? This would be great... I've...

Thanks for the offer... but that would one crazy drive ;-) I've called around a few places and I can't find anyone who saves their clippings, so it looks like I may have to wait until spring. I guess I'll reach back out to the local vineyards in March and offer to buy a couple of cases of...

Hi everyone, I'm wondering if anyone has any spare grapevine cuttings they are looking to get rid of? I'm looking for about 50 lbs or so to smoke some meat with. I'm located in Chicago and would be happy to haul some away for you. Thanks! PD

Cool giveaway and a good idea to grab my attention... I was thinking about making a new batch but it slipped my mind. Cru Select Italian Amarone.

Good news! After reading a number of other threads, it looks to me that the problem is hydrogen sulfide. This is also confirmed by the fact that it smells like rotten eggs (and not matches). The carboy had about 1/2" of sediment on the bottom from the K/C. I put the copper pipe into a clean...