First label: Argentine Malbec

nasv · Mar 29, 2008

Here's the brief blog post about it:

http://tintoverse.com/blog/444/winemaking-first-label-design

But if you just want to see it, here it is

I'm not sure whether to print on a label (if there's a 3"x4" label) or whether I should just print on paper... it's a first for my wife and me... your tips are welcome

Joanie · Mar 30, 2008

It's great! Clean and crisp! I am a fan of black and white labels too.

As for label paper, I use a bright white printer paper, cut them out, and apply with a glue stick. The labels stay put but soak off in warm water in about 3 minutes so removing them is simple.

rgecaprock · Mar 30, 2008

nasv,

Very Nice!! It will look so classy with a back shrink also. You havemade a fantasticlabel !!!!
Use printer paper, Joan is right. A little extra work cutting them out (I just use scissors) but worth it!!

Ramona

Wade E · Mar 30, 2008

I use the free label template that you can download into Micr. Word from Avery labels website which is 4" x 3.33", 6 per page. I then print them onto Georges pre-gummed label paper which stays on good even in my cellar and soaks right off with some hot water.
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JimCook · Mar 31, 2008

Nico,

Have you tasted your Argentine Malbec yet? The label looks very sharp - nicely done.

I wanted to drop a little anecdote from last night regarding this wine - had 1/4 of a bottle that sat for two weeks as my fiance and I battled sickness. Last night while I was cleaning up some bottles, I was figuring I'd dump the resultant vinegar down the drain but took a chance whiff anyway and wasn't knocked off my feet. Amazingly, even with that amount of air and that time sitting idle, the wine was very good. It still had that mulberry and toast nose to it, with some cherry perking in as well. I was quite impressed with the staying potential, whether it's the wine, George's corks not letting any air in, or a combination of both.

I hope you enjoy the wine, my friend.

- Jim

nasv · Mar 31, 2008

Yeah! I have been tasting it as it evolves some... I am very impressed with how full-bodied the wine is and with the overall mouth-feel. This is my first kit, and the overall flavor profile is impressive... I'm happy so far. I need to pump out a little bit more gas, but it should be a happy wine.

Thanks for the feedback on the label!
-Nico