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I took the hydrometer reading in a test jar instead of in the container for the last three days. I got readings that are more to be expected -- Day 5: 1.060, Day 6: 1.045 (added yeast nutrient), Day 7: 1.040. Seems like we're on track. I'm thinking the bubbles forming on the hydrometer was...

I didn't think about bubbles on the hydrometer. Makes sense. It's champagne yeast afterall. I will try the spin technique. Thanks!

Hello all. Glad to be a part of the group. I've been making wine, from kits mostly, for about 10 years but my first time joining a forum. I have a question right off the bat: I started a chardonnay from a kit 3 days ago. Started at SG of 1.080 on Day 1. Day 2 it was 1.090. Day 3 (today)...