A small dilemma

[Joanie]

I have two primaries but only one with a spigot (I love it!!) and not enough time to get a second one and a bit for my drill before my two MM pails get here. I have an Amarone and Pinot Grigio coming. Which should I put in the one with the spigot? The Amarone that has raisins making it easier to rack or the PG which is more susceptible to oxidation?

Decisions, decisions!!

 

[masta]

The Amarone is just juice and no raisins so I don't think it would make a difference which goes in the bucket with the spigot. The Amarone will have more a bit more lees when it is time to transfer to the secondary.


BTW: I have both of these in carboys awaiting some attention soon.

 

[Joanie]

Masta how long does MM recommend we age the pinot grigio?

 

[masta]

They really don't give any specific timetable but my guess is minimum 6-8 months. Sorry to say but their instructionsare very vague and leave much to be desired.

 

[Joanie]

That's do-able!