First country wine.

[Cosyden]

You just learned an important lesson -- always ensure the receiving container is big enough!

Yep, I had it my head that racking to the smaller demijohn would avoid head space without topping up but I over estimated the volume of sediment. Next time I’ll have a glass ready to catch the extra.

If you haven't got one, these are a beautiful thing designed specifically to keep your socks dry.
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I’ve actually got an auto syphon (delivered today). I couldn’t work the bloody thing so I just used the pipe. Should have done a test run!

Looks great!
I made a heck of a mess early on also. Now I use a concrete mixing tub. Great when bottling, too!
I got the idea here! Sorry, I can't give credit.
Very useful! Have a few, use them inside and out.

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Good tip. I’ll have a look what I can get. I’ve got the tray out of an old dog crate. That will probably do the trick.