Topics Covered:
Acidification
March 2022: Q&A Summary
Topics Covered:BrettFiltration for Microbial PurposesTartaric Acid Adds to Red WineCleaning/Sanitizing TotesMaximizing Red Wine ColorDissolved CO2 Levels in WineSpargingResidual Sugar in Dry WinesFiltration Effects on Wine Aroma/FlavorSterile Filtration vs. Non-Sterile FiltrationUnfiltered Bottling AnalysesPCR Positive Test ResultsReducing Sunlight Intensity in a Production Space
December 2021: Q&A Summary
Topics CoveredStuck MLFBentonite AdditionsBidules (Sparkling Wine)Dosing the Tirage or Dosage (Sparkling Wine)Topping Up Wine BarrelsRed BlendsStoring Wine Barrels (Wet or Dry)New Oak PercentagesSanitizersSanitizer PPETartaric Acid Additions to High pH WinesCold Stabilization and PotassiumCleaning Spilled Wine from Wine BarrelsAlternatives to Floor DrainsMobile Bottlers (in Maryland)Wine Bottle Suppliers
September 2021: Q&A Summary
Topics Covered:Private Tasting Event TipsMinimizing Post-Fermentation Astringency in White WinesInert Gas Pre-FermentationProducing a New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc Style WineMixing Yeast SlurriesUsing Dry Ice in Yeast SlurriesFermentation that Won’t StartProduction Steps Immediately Post-Primary FermentationMonitoring Spoilage in a Cool FermentationExtended Maceration of RedsAcid AdditionsYeast/Nutrient Dosage Rate DeterminationRemoving a Film and Wine Oxidation