Chianti for the first time

Tonight, I started a Chianti wine from Vintners Reserve. This will be the first Chianti that I’ve attempted to make. I’m actually not a big fan of Chianti normally, but since I am making it…I’m sure I’ll like it.

Starting with a specific gravity of 1.080 (after adding 2 lbs of

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2nd Batch of Pinot Noir Bottled

Yesterday, I bottled 29 bottles of my second batch of Pinot Noir.  Because the first batch was so popular at Christmas time, I had to start another batch.  This one is better than the first. 

The wine I bottle yesterday was more full-bodied.  One of the mistakes that I had been making before today was topping

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