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Making White Zinfandel

By Alison Crowe

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Red Wine Stabilization and Making White Zinfandel

By Alison Crowe

Oxidation, whether microbial (metabolically), chemical (directly reacting with environmental oxygen), or enzymatic can degrade color and cause less than optimal conditions for the survival
of colored compounds.

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Detecting, Measuring, and Preventing Volatile Acidity

By Daniel Pambianchi

Here, we will look at the possible sources and root causes of volatile acidity in grapes — yes, it can start in the fruit — and wine, as well as how to detect, measure, and prevent VA.

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Fermentation and Aging Containers

By Bob Peak

Fermentation and aging vessels winemakers have to decide between include oak, glass, plastic, and stainless steel. Each has its own pros and cons to be weighed.

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Top 100 Wine Kits of 2016

By WineMaker Staff

Here’s the top 100 wine kits from the 2016 WineMaker Magazine International Amateur Wine Competition

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Six Essential Winemaking Techniques

By Danny Wood

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A Year in a the Life of a Wine: Part II (Grape Processing)

By Dominick Profaci

A look at processing grapes after harvest.

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Amarone: A Taste of Valpolicella

By Stephen Franzoi

Find out how to replicate the method of making Amarone — the famed red “straw wine” from the Valpolicella zone of Italy’s Veneto province made from grapes partially dried on straw mats to concentrate their juice.

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High Acids, Low Tannins: Barbera

By Chik Brenneman

Barbera is a favorite among winemakers because its high acidity makes it a useful grape for blending and also a unique varietal wine. Get tips to make your own Barbera wines at home.

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Red Wine Stabilization

By Alison Crowe

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Making Mead: Tips from the Pros

By Dawson Raspuzzi

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Making Pear Cider/Perry

By Dawson Raspuzzi

Hard cider doesn’t have to be made from apples. Try making a pear cider (perry) this summer!

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Enzymes for Hobbyists

By Bob Peak

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Winemaking in the Philippines: Dry Finish

By Josh Olarte

The Philippines are not known for red wines, but there are a small group of winemakers looking to change that using exotic mountain berries.