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I'm about a month into an RJS Cru Int'l Chardonnay, now in a carboy. I tasted it today and was surprised at its light body. It seemed more like Pinot Grigio than Chardonnay. I'm wondering about making the wine more medium-bodied, perhaps by adding glycerin. / finishing formula I've never done it so I'd appreciate thoughts on whether to do it. Also, how much and when.
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In my bench test, I found that 2 drops of glycerine per ounce was my preference. It works out to about 8.5 mL per gallon. Not much is required. I have since settled on 30 mL per carboy.
 
I’ll use 15 mL to 30 mL of glycerine per 6 gallons. Make sure you add it as the last thing (after filtering). I have been told it will clog your filter media.
 

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