Apr/May 2007

In this issue, explore and understand the impact of yeast strains, oak, and more. Plus, making a Malbec, and crafting California wines from kits.

In this issue

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My thought is since I am in the TA range for a red wine, although at the low end, I am going to inoculate without any acid additions…
By Alison Crowe
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We just blended a 55-gal. (210-L) oak barrel with a blend of 60% Zinfindel and 40% Merlot…
By Alison Crowe
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Why are my TA readings off?
By Alison Crowe
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How do I know if I’ve blended correctly?
By WineMaker Staff
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Life’s Lessons: Dry Finish
By John Zamarra
This article originated as I was explaining to my son Christian the differences in the way I make wine and the way his grandfather used to make it.
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Vineyard Field Trips
By Wes Hagen
The purpose of field tripping is to learn from other growers’ mistakes and successes, consider vineyard practices from a different point of view, and then return home with new techniques and philosophies that can improve your grape growing and the wines that you make.
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Blending and testing: Wine Wizard
By WineMaker Staff
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Wine Wizard Revealed & Top 10 Winemaking Questions
By Alison Crowe