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Ok good to know. I get them to the house so it’s pretty convenient but perhaps not worth the risk long term.

Anyone ever sanitize and use a 5 gallon Poland spring or water container to put wine in? Good idea or not such a good idea?????

Thanks so much. I did just that. Hopefully they start to come along.

Dealing with what seems to be the same. Attached picture below. Does Antoine know how to remedy? Copper fungicide? Literally googled grape disease cures and copper fungicide popped up. I’ve no idea if I should be using it or not. Pic attached below

Hi all Total newbie to grape growing here. Planted last year. Let them run wild to establish roots. Watched some YouTube videos about how to cut back. I cut them back very substantially in spring. They are currently running wild again. I have more grapes this year which is a plus. So here’s the...

Hi just saw this. I am in NY and got them from a place called double a vineyards. They sell a lot for home growers. They run around 10-20 a vine. Not terrible. Mine took. I am interested to see what happens this year.

Awesome thanks guys. I’m going to do exactly that. Hopefully I didn’t blow it.

It may be hrs to see but this is why I am looking at. Any thoughts?

Just researching how to read hydrometer so I guess it would be at 1.01? Same question continued. Do I still need to wait a bit to rack?

Hey all, So I started two pails of red (old vine zin. And Grenache). I know the SG reading should be about 1 before racking first time. It’s been about 8 days and my SG reading is 1.10. Am I OK to rack? I have it warming now thinking maybe some fermentation needs to finish up? Should I do...

Hi all I have two 6gal. of juice I added yeast to. Last year My juice came with bentonite. This year just the yeast. I know it is a clarifying agent. Do I need to purchase this on my own or will time clear it up? Anything I can make at home? Also. If I do choose to get it can I add it at any...

Thank you all so much for the advice. Yes in NY. May I ask what you spray with? Is there anything natural I can use or us anyone heard of anything natural? For example I know some oils keep pests away.

Thank you for responding crushday! Truth be told, I never installed a trellis as I didn't think they would actually grow! I am in the process of making one. I am putting in the first wire at about 3 ft or so? Also, what would happen if I did not mound the soil? Would there be a chance of more...

Hi all, So awhile ago I posted about planting my own grape vines. I did it. Jumped right in. Total novice! But they’re starting to grow. I just put in 4 cab sav. And I have 4 cab franc. Growing. See attached picture. Two questions. Number one, what is the next step with the cab franc(photo...

A wealth of knowledge here. Thanks all for responding. I am going to look into all these spots and head over to that thread as well. The drive isn't an issue as we are always down for a little exploration...within reason of course. Thank you all for the input!

Hey all so random question not related to actual wine making but maybe someone could offer some input. My wife and I had a Spain trip planned for August. That as well all know went down the drain. We’re based in Ny and we’re looking to do something a bit more local when things relax and are...

So leaning towards Cab franc. Landot Noir as of now just based on AA availability and ease of growing. Though it seems cab franc is slightly more susceptible to disease. Anyone have any experience with either? Don't think I have ever tasted a Landot Noir... As always all help appreciated.

Thanks everyone for all of the replies! Just sent double a an email and will follow up to see what they say. Hopefully I can get something in the ground soon. Especially since I’ll be waiting around a few years for som decent grapes! A wealth of knowledge from everyone. Much appreciated again.

Hi all thank you for the replies! I am located on Long Island and I am open to growing anything red. I just want to sort of go through the process with a bit of success. Are there any red grapes that are significantly easier to grow than others? I can def. check out that vineyard upstate and...

Hello all, I'm very new to winemaking. Something that is of interest to me is growing my own grapes. I just wanted to try and see where it would go and was wondering the best steps to take? I'm here in NY so I was looking for a grape varietal that was user friendly to say the least. At the...