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The Safety of Brass Fittings

By Alison Crowe

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Off Odors, Port-Style Wines, and Brass Fittings

By Alison Crowe

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Determining Ripeness

By Bob Peak

Determining when grapes are ready to harvest is one of the most important decisions of the entire vintage. Here’s what to look for.

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Merlot: Noble grape of Bordeaux

By Chik Brenneman

. . . Merlot is the most common grape variety grown in France with about 280,000 acres.

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I am new to homemade winemaking and I want to begin making Port-style wines.

By Alison Crowe

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I recently bottled a batch of Cabernet Sauvignon, which tastes fine but has an off odor.

By Alison Crowe

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Buying Fresh Grapes

By Robert Herold

If you are lucky enough to live on the West Coast of the United States, near a winegrowing region, getting grapes is relatively easy. However, living on the East Coast — or anywhere that is not near an established viticultural area — does not mean you cannot get quality wine grapes. Here are some keys to success when buying grapes shipped from a distant location.

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Understanding Yeasts

By Daniel Pambianchi

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Choosing A Wine Yeast Strain

By Daniel Pambianchi

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Urban Growth: Dry Finish

By Chris Henry