Reducing the use of SO2 by making it more effective
Quite the catchy title! But it’s true. Whether motivated by health concerns or wine chemistry effects, the wine industry has long been looking for alternatives to the use of sulfites… Read more »
Category: Home winemaking
Impact of stems on juice chemistry
After some discussion with folks about the impacts of maceration and, more specifically, the effects of stems on juice chemistry and winemaking, this topic is far from clear. Stems clearly… Read more »
Kit Winemaking – Day by Day
Those that consider themselves “serious” winemakers shun kit wines — they are not “real” wines. Personally, I’ve made many kit wines in the past but truly find my joy in… Read more »