This batch was made from a kit of Winexpert Selection Estate Series: Lodi Ranch 11 Cabernet Sauvignon ($170) and a $8 bag of French Oak Cubes with “Medium Toast”.
| Status | Date | Specific Gravity | Fluid Temp. | Air Temp. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Fermentation | 2012-01-29 | 1.090 | 70°F | 64°F |
| Secondary Fermentation | 2012-02-09 | 1.006 | 62°F | |
| Clearing | 2012-03-12 | |||
| Second Clearing | 2012-05-06 | |||
| Tertiary Clearing | 2012-07-28 | |||
| Bottling | 2012- |
Primary Fermentation
The usual process. Followed the directions. The thermostat is set to 64° in the house, so it will be a bit chilly for the yeast. Most likely it will just slow down the fermentation process a bit.
Secondary Fermentation
Not a lot of lees.
Clearing/Second Clearing
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Bottling
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