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Learn how to avoid and fix 20 of the most common winemaking mistakes. Plus, tips on choosing a wine press, and when to restore or replace your equipment.
In this issue
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Testing for MLF Completion
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articleSacramental Wine
A reader shares his journey to produce a sacramental wine for his church. The lessons he learned during the process are of interest to all winemakers.
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techniqueUsing Enzymes in Country Wines
Country fruit wines can be quite difficult to achieve the desired color, aroma, and clarity levels. Here is a look at the various enzymes typically used in grape winemaking that can also be used in fruit wines.
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articleThe Retirement Plan
All good things must come to an end . . . and that includes your winemaking equipment. Let’s run through the signs of when it’s time to replace equipment, when it can be restored, and how to best preserve it for a few more seasons.
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technique20 Home Winemaking Troubleshooting Tips
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articleFruit Wines from Puree
Can’t get your hands on the type of fresh fruit you seek for your next batch of wine? Consider making fruit wine from puree. There are many options available and the process is simple.
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articleChoosing A Wine Press
There are two common options to choose between when it comes time for home winemakers to press their grapes. Take time to weigh the benefits of a basket press and bladder press before the fall harvest and determine which one best suits your winemaking needs.
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articleTannat: The Tannin-rich Grape of Legend
Tannat grapes are synonymous with highly phenolic and tannic must. Learn about this grape’s storied past and how to hit the sweet spot in the vineyard and the winery to tame this potent grape.
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Carbonic Maceration
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articleFresh-Grape Winemaking Equipment
An introduction into the equipment a new winemaker will need to get started in the hobby.