Topics Discussed: Self-Mixing SO2 TabletsMaking SO2 AdditionsPrepping SO2 before Adding to TankSwelling Barrels
Sulfur Dioxide
August 2022: Q&A Summary
Topics Discussed:Protein Stability on Dark Red HybridsSluggish Red FermentationRefractometer for Fermentation MonitoringUse of Pre-Filtration EnzymesDetermining the End of FermentationRacking White Wines off Gross LeesNext Steps After a White Wine Fermentation is CompleteVA and SO2 AnalysisHow Often to Replace HosesMaking SO2 AdditionsWhat to do with High SO2 Wines
August 2021: Q&A Summary
Effervescent Sulfur DioxideNorton and Tannin AdditionsNorton and Carbonic MacerationUsing Dry Ice for RedsCleaning Bottom of Wine TanksProcessing Plan for Roussanne Fruit with Disease PressureChitosan Use in WinemakingClarifying White JuiceFlotation for White Juice ClarificationSampling Juice for AnalysisCold Storage for Fruit Pre-Fermentation
Canning Wines & Hard Ciders
The use of aluminum cans as an alternative to glass bottle packaging can alter the quality of wines and hard ciders. While cans offer several advantages to a winery’s brand, production challenges can arise that need consideration by the winemaker. This information focuses on production changes that need considered in order to package a wine […]
Sulfur Dioxide Strategies in Juice and Wine
The use of sulfur dioxide in juice and wine requires some familiarity with quality outcomes. While it may be tempting to use the the same sulfur dioxide additions to each fermentation, knowing the strategies behind sulfur dioxide use can help winemakers better tailor sulfur dioxide additions. Webinar Curriculum: Green juice vs. brown juice and the […]
Q&A Summary: August 2020
Topics Covered:Barrel SeletionsYeast Strain SelectionMixing Juice during FermentationNutrient Additions & Supplement StrategiesMLF InoculationYeast FilmsSulfur Dioxide Stock Solutions2020 Scott Labs Nutrient Supplement StrategiesLearning Wine Sensory Picking your barrels: Is it worth paying the extra money for the extra dry time for oak barrels (the seasoning)? Is it beneficial? The short answer to this is, I don’t […]
