WineXpert Bulk age or bottle age

[Hobbit]

I do not get the after taste on all batches.
My thoughts on possible causes-- bulk age for 6 months in carboy, too much oak, might be over sanitizing, not racking enough. Appreciate any thoughts.

Also, how long should a sealed pack of yeast last?

 

[winemaker81]

We need a bit more information. What are you making and what is your timeline?

Yeast, if properly stored, can be good for years.

 

[Hobbit]

Currently I leave in a carboy from Oct to May, temp is 55 degree, keep topped up, use airlock

 

[winemaker81]

What wines are you making? White, red, other? If I understand correctly, you're not getting an aftertaste from some carboys?

Wine goes through cycles why it is aging, and it's entirely possible some carboys are on a downswing. I would not worry too much at this point. If the aftertaste remains muted, things can be adjusted later.

 

[Hobbit]

Notice it mainly in reds

 

[Jovimaple]

@Hobbit Welcome to WMT!

 

[ratflinger]

You are asking the same question in 2 different threads?

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I do not get the after taste on all batches. My thoughts on possible causes-- bulk age for 6 months in carboy, too much oak, might be over sanitizing, not racking enough. Appreciate any thoughts. Also, how long should a sealed pack of yeast last?

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