CR as topper

[ljshye]

Anybody considered using gallon jugs of carlo-rossi wine matched as closely as possible to the wine being made as a topper? I am not trying to advertise for CR, but wonder how well this would work, as then you have the empty gallon jug for your use afterwards…

 

[PPBart]

I've done it several times, as you mentioned trying to match the batch as closely as possible. It's not my first choice, but workable.

 

[BobF]

Anybody considered using gallon jugs of carlo-rossi wine matched as closely as possible to the wine being made as a topper? I am not trying to advertise for CR, but wonder how well this would work, as then you have the empty gallon jug for your use afterwards…

I would use Oak Leaf ... no jug though ...

Better yet, make a little xtra. When you xfer to a carboy, put the xtra in another bottle - with airlock. Then use the xtra to top up later.