Measuring Alcohol in Wine with Hydrometers and Refractometers
Winemaking has gotten complicated with all the techniques and equipment flying around. As someone with extensive winemaking experience, I learned everything there is to know...
Natural Cork vs Synthetic vs Screw Cap for Wine
The closure debate never ends. Cork enthusiasts defend tradition; screw cap advocates cite reliability; synthetic partisans claim the best of both worlds. Here is what...
Racking Technique
Racking is the process of transferring wine from one container to another, leaving sediment behind. Done correctly, it clarifies your wine and prevents off-flavors. Done...
Winemaking Equipment You Need
Good winemaking does not require expensive equipment—but it does require the right equipment. Here is what you actually need to make wine at home, from...