Transport carboy of Shiraz??

[vscottcolorado]

I think I already know the answer to this but thought I would verify. I have roughly 5.4 gallons of Shiraz that is in a 6 gallon carboy. It has been stabilized and has been on Oak but not yet cleared. Can I put the carboy in the back of my SUV and travel 2 hours? Keep in mind there is some head space in the 6 gallon carboy. Will this hurt the wine at all?
As always, Thanks

 

[ratflinger]

I think you'd just have to wait longer for it to clear as the vibration from the ride will probably set some currents up that will remix some of the sediments.

 

[vscottcolorado]

When I arrive, (2 hours away)the plan was to rack it off the oak and add the clearing agent then let it sit to clear. Trying to get a buddy involved in winemaking and let him finish it.

 

[vcasey]

Well if anything it may be degassed when you get there! But it really should not be a problem as long as you secure it in the car.
VC

 

[AlFulchino]

my son did that thanksgiving w a Cab sav kit we bought from George last year....he had it sit on the floor of his truck jammed so as not to move..it arrived n decent condition after a 3 hr drive...we let it sit 30 hrs and then he used my bottler....results were fine