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Smurfe - Awesome write up. That's exactly what I needed, and in fact, I'll be getting one of the same brand kits. I'll be anxiously waiting for the South African Shiraz in January. Does the mini-jet do anything other than filter? Is it strictly necessary? Thanks again. BTW, love the...

Thanks guys, I appreciate the info. Yes, I am getting the kit for Christmas and will start it in January, which brings up a good question (of course)...What additives should I be looking at to help improve the life/aging of the wine? I love wine, but I can't see myself drinking & giving away...

I will be getting a kit to mak 6 gallons of Shiraz for Christmas (from me, to me). I have been brewing beer for a while and have most of what I need, equipment wise, but I do have a few questions. Will I need to get a 7.5 gal fermenter for a 6 gal batch? And, when racking, do I go...

Would someone please expound on the nice to haves? I started out brewing beer with the basics and once I worked around to getting all the nice to haves, I found life to be so much easier. I plan on starting a batch in January (Christmas gift will be juice for a Shiraz) and I want to ensure...

Wow, that's one that will get you loads of responses with differing opinions. It all comes down to personal taste, but here's my .02... When I make anything out of wood, I prefer a strong grain pattern that will be highlighted when I either stain or stain & seal. I have used red oak & white...

Why the concern about aging?

Nitrogen will still get into the wine causing an effect similar to carbonation. As long as you keep the pressure low enough, it should be fine. Another option is to build the equivalent of a beer engine that is used for hand drawn ales. You could pair that up with ultra low pressure CO2 to...

I'm new to winemaking, (or at least I will be in January) though I have been making beer for a while. I would assume that the same processes apply, albeit, more steps involved with wine. When I use the 1 piece airlocks, I fill them with vodka as that tends to keep the nasties from growing...