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Hi all. I am in primary for a WinExpert Sauvignon Blanc ( my first). I switched out the EC1118 yeast to VL3 and prepared a starter. It’s been three days and it is very active. I have it fermenting at 65 degrees. Here’s my question: should I add yeast nutrients such as Fermaid K or, since it is...

Thanks, everyone. I’ll use both. I appreciate the expertise.

Thanks, Ibglowin. My primary concern was over-oaking.

Hi all, I am going to start a Cabernet Sauvignon Kit shortly. The kit comes with oak powder. I am going to swap out the powder for Xoakers. My plan is to ferment as instructed but not use the oak powder in primary (or at all). I plan, though, to bulk age the wine with the xoakers for at least...

Hi all, I am soon going to start a Vintners Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon kit. This will be my first red kit and want to exchange the yeast for something a little more interesting. I was thinking of Bordeaux Red (BDX) or BM4x4. Also, I plan on using oak cubes. Thoughts? Thanks in advance. B

Hi all, Home brewer here jumping into wine-making. I love this thread (wish it was its own category, though) and, as I've been making my own beer recipes, I don't necessarily want to stick to the instructions in the kit. I just bought a Sauvignon Blanc kit (Vintner's Reserve) and want to...

Oops. Sorry. I thought this was the JoesWine thread. Thanks, I'll move it over there.

Sauvignon Wine Kit - Winexpert Vintner's Reserve Hi all, Home brewer here jumping into wine-making. I love this thread (wish it was its own category, though) and, as I've been making my own beer recipes, I don't necessarily want to stick to the instructions in the kit. I just bought a...