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I did some reading on Sangiovese and the recommendation is to go lightly with French oak. I haven't received the kit yet so I have no idea how much or what type of oak it includes. Apparently Sangiovese often gets aged in neutral oak barrels so that minimal oak flavor is imparted. If necessary...

Sorry for the delayed response. Annandale. Too much wine drinking and holiday prep. How about yourself? Just a thought but has anybody ever thought about planning a NOVA group tasting at one of the local vineyards?

With the few kits I have made I've never been satisfied with the oak flavors. Instead of adding complexity, the oak flavor, for lack of better words, seems very one dimensional. Maybe it will improve or mellow over time but patience is not one of my strengths. For my next kit, RJ Spagnols...

Thanks to all for the warm welcome!

First of all we love wine and I'm looking to learn from others on how to improve my limited winemaking skills. One of the reasons I got into winemaking is we live in northern Virginia and have a large number of outstanding vineyards where we frequently go tasting. Also, I'm married into an...