some chardonel questions

[Runningwolf]

it was 20 degrees coming in, supposed to be 14 tonight

I think you'll be safe with those temperatures in a garage. Keep it off the concrete floor. You may only need it out there about 10 days at those temps. Keep vodka in the air lock. The main thing is watch it daily. I think the most you would get is some slush, but i don't think you'll have to worry about it freezing solid. It would be best if the carboy was in a milk crate for moving around.When you bring it back in wait for the wine to get back to room temperature before racking.

 

[countrygirl]

and cold stabilization is just to complete to acid drop out? correct?

 

[winemaker_3352]

and cold stabilization is just to complete to acid drop out? correct?

Yeah it will drop out the access acid - this will lower the TA a bit.

This ensures that when you bottle and chill - that you don't have bottles with wine diamonds. Although there is nothing wrong with it - just not appealing.

Red wine aren't as necessary - since they tend to be served at room temp.