TomK-B
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Well, the EP Amarone has been clearing for a little over two weeks. The instructions say that I can rack at this time if I want to extend the aging process - which I do. So, I racked to a clean and sanitized carboy last night. I was a bit surprised by the sediment that was at the bottom. It was different from what I've noticed in my previous kits. This was what I would call "clumpy" and "stringy." In previous kits I've noticed the sediment to be "grainy." I'm making the assumption that this was due simply to the particular clearing agents used in this kit. Although, I have made two other RJS kits that used the same clearing agents (Kieselsol and Chitosan). Anyway, I had a tiny taste in the process and am excited by what I found now. Obviously, it's really young, but even now I get really up front fruitiness and strong tannin.
At this point I plan to let it bulk age for a year. I believe I need to add K-Meta every three months to protect against oxidation. I know that some on this forum recommend reducing the recommended amount of K-Meta from 1/4 tsp to 1/8 tsp. Any thoughts on that? Also, do I need to rack again in conjunction with the addition of the K-Meta?
Happy Thanksgiving to all!!! I hope everyone gets to enjoy their favorite wine with your Thanksgiving meal.
At this point I plan to let it bulk age for a year. I believe I need to add K-Meta every three months to protect against oxidation. I know that some on this forum recommend reducing the recommended amount of K-Meta from 1/4 tsp to 1/8 tsp. Any thoughts on that? Also, do I need to rack again in conjunction with the addition of the K-Meta?
Happy Thanksgiving to all!!! I hope everyone gets to enjoy their favorite wine with your Thanksgiving meal.