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https://americanvineyardmagazine.com/whats-that-floating-on-my-wine/ this article will be helpful if not enlightening …

This pic reminded me of that memorable by-line from Yogi Bear “ It's because I'm smarter than the average bear”

As they say, - “favour goes unpunished“ -

haha … yes that’s funny. This was not part of my cultural upbringing - however - I understand the the humour and applaud it. Now I understand the joke. Very good. cheers for that ..Craig

Yes. I am with you on this journey.amd I live in the southern hemispherem and up until now I have thought we were at least a few hours ahead of you chaps on the the top … but this meme leaves me feeling rather vague. I know I’m a boomer - so could someone help both me and you on this matter...

On another point - I’d be interested to know if you have noticed any changes to your pears. With our weird climate I’m finding my pears are smaller and are ready to drop a lot earlier than previous years. And because they are dropping earlier each year the Brix levels have similarly decreased...

l use a method similar to the Butt Bucket Press. i like to make a still pear wine of around 13.5% abv. I use a 30 litre fermenter bucket with an inverted plastic collander on the bottom of the bucket to keep the spigot area free. I have the fruit pulp in a large nylon bag and then use another...

Yep…No favour goes unpunished …

A number of the available beer yeasts will 'fall over' at around 10% abv. And depending upon the yeast they can impart a slight barn yard taste. Which is great for a beer but not so flash for a delicate white grape or fruit wine.

I’m not aware of any specific wine grape varietals being imported into NZ. And I'd imagine Aust is in the same camp. NZ and Australia are awash with grapes although it’s bloody hard to get access to them from most growers as they see the home vintner as a competitive threat. Also the cost of...

Saturday night. Feeling relaxed after a busy day. We went for an easy option that we knew would be delicious. NACHO'S. most enjoyable. Mince, four bean mix and some chill With tomato base. Very flavoursome. Had a bottle of Rhône wine that had been sitting beneath the house.

Outstanding ….