hello from Waller, Tx

[gjensen1962]

Hi everybody,
I just wanted to introduce myself as I have been lurking for quite some time now and felt compelled to join in your enthusiasm for wine making.
I have bottled one batch of Green Apple Gewürztraminer (girlfriend loves it) and I am currently bulk aging a Caberlot.
I chuckle to myself when I see this hobby referred to as an obsession. I could tell before I even started with the kits that this would be a real distraction from hunting, fishing, boating, camping and riding my scooter.
My daughters boyfriend asked for my permission to marry my daughter this past weeekend ( I gave my blessing) and now I have a great reason to produce a bunch of wine.
He hasnt asked her yet, he is waiting for their anniversary on Dec.15 but I am forging ahead at full speed.

-greg

 

[LittleLeroy]

Welcome to the forum. This is a great place to have all your questions answered.

 

[Scott B]

Welcome Greg and congratulation on the future wedding.

 

[rhoffart]

welcome ... I lives in Houston for 47 years and now in Boerne, Tx.


I'm a newbie also with only 3 kits complete and 1 working and two on pre-order


there is a lot of knowledge just ask and you will be taken care of ...


my first batch was also the Green Apple Gewürztraminer ... then I moved to the kit with more juice

 

[grapeman]

Welcome greg! It's always great to have another fellow wineobsessor on board!

 

[Waldo]

Welcome, glad to have you onboard

 

[NEBama]

Welcome glad to have you.AL

 

[ibglowin]

Welcome to the forums and to this fun filled bank account depleting hobby that quickly turns to obsession!

 

[Wade E]

Welcome, what wines do you plan on making for this blessed occasion?

 

[uavwmn]

Welcome Greg. And wonderful news on the secret upcoming engagement!!

 

[gjensen1962]

thanks for the warm reception. For the wedding wines, I am open to board members suggestions. My daughter is my only child and I would like the wine(s) memorable.
I currently have on order with George: Meglioli Rojo Intenso with Raisins, Meglioli Barolo with Raisins, Meglioli Amarone Mondiale with red raisins & Cellar Craft Two Hemispheres Riesling. I realize that these wines may not be aged enough to be at peak for the ceremony ( I am shooting blind at the moment, as far as date ) but I do want to get them started.
Like I said earlier, if anyone has any suggestions or has experience with this type of endeavor, I would sure like to hear from you.

-greg

 

[ibglowin]

Those are all going to be very good wines.The reds are going to need a year to mature. The whites only 3-6 months.

 

[vcasey]

Welcome to the forum!
VC

 

[admiral]

Welcome aboard! Your planned wines look great! Congratulations on the upcoming wedding!

 

[Scott B]

Call George, he will have some good advice on which wines will work with your wedding time table.

 

[RickC]

Greg, congratulations and welcome to the madness. No questions will go unanswered.

 

[Scott]

Welcome Greg, that is quite a selection of wines you have. Tell future SIL yes you can marry my daughter but not beforesuch and suchdate (date wine matures). Good luck

 

[Darryl]

Hi Greg and welcome!!! you will find lots of help here(I have)...
I live in Midland... not sure where Waller is???? Is it east of Houston????
Make what you like,
Darryl

 

[gjensen1962]

Hi Darryl,
Waller is just outside of Houston on Hwy 290 going northwest towards Austin.

-greg

 

[Darryl]

Hi Darryl,
Waller is just outside of Houston on Hwy 290 going northwest towards Austin.

-greg

Hi Greg,


That is what I thought!!! I looked on the map last night after I left you the post... Good luck, you have come to the right place!!!! Lot of good pepole and all willing to help. HOld on to your hat, I started a year ago with 2six gallon carboys and now more than 20... and still looking for more!!!!!
Darryl