RottenGrapeJuice
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Hey I was wondering if MLF always creates visible bubbles. After AF was complete, I threw in CH16 directly into the wine, waited a few days, and nothing. Then about 5 days after the first inoculation, I started the CH16 in Acti ML (wasn’t necessarily enough for the full amount of MLB, but some is better than none) and added Opti Malo, and still nothing after a day. SG is 0.998, pH is about 3.6 (Tested via a crappy meter and test strips), and only SO2 added was 50ppm K meta (1/4 tsp per 6 gallons of must) pre AF. I tried stirring a few times. I just don’t want this sitting too long without sulfites if nothing is happening.
I should note: when my MLB arrived, I left it at room temp (unopened) for like 2-3 weeks prior to use. It’s freeze dried, so I didn’t think it needs to be stored in a freezer. Am I wrong? Maybe the culture went bad.
I should note: when my MLB arrived, I left it at room temp (unopened) for like 2-3 weeks prior to use. It’s freeze dried, so I didn’t think it needs to be stored in a freezer. Am I wrong? Maybe the culture went bad.