LOL..as you know a lot of us have tweaked the kits from what the instructions call for. You're certainly on the right forum for help and a lot of the folks here make beer also!Thanks Dan. I have brewed beer for 3 years and have made meads, cysers and ciders for a year or so. Never made a wine. I plan on following the instructions but pointers will be welcome. I know sometimes instructions aren't always the best way to go...