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I recently purchased a 50L Vadai and have a double batch of WE Eclipse Cab Sauvignon that went through extended maceration that is itching to go in. I will be starting the barrel prep using the recommendations from Vadai. Question - what is the recommended time for the first rotation? I'm...

I'm starting this kit in the next week. I've made it a couple of times before using the standard yeast that comes with the kit - EC-1118. I have been pleased with the outcome but would like to experiment with other yeast options. Any recommendations? I would love to find a way to get closer...

Starting this kit later today/tomorrow. Any recommendations on tweaking based on experiences of others with this kit? I may skip the Potassium Sorbate based on the other threads aimed at minimizing the risk of kit taste in dry red kits.

Starting bulk aging on Winery Series Chilean Chardonnay. Any recommendations on oak/tannins from others that have experience with this kit.

Starting the EPWS Sauvignon Blanc kit today. It came with 2 packages of QA23 yeast (2 x 5g). Should I use both packages or do you think it is a mistake on the part of the mfg?

New to the forum (1st post) and a little over a year making kit wine. I'm on batch nbrs 12 and 13 now, both WE LE kits. I have a WE Eclipse Barossa Valley Shiraz on order and hope to start next weekend. Man, this is fun. I never heard of kit wines until I ran across a winemaking class when...