Axr (alpha Omega Winemaker), Sauv. Blanc, 2022 Recipe
Make Axr (alpha Omega Winemaker), Sauv. Blanc, 2022 Recipe in just 3h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Directions
- 1
Harvest and Crush Grapes
Harvest the Sauvignon Blanc grapes and crush them to extract the juice. This should yield approximately 1.5 liters of juice.
- 2
Prepare Must
In a clean fermentation vessel, combine the crushed grapes with the filtered water. Stir gently to mix.
- 3
Add Yeast and Sugar
Sprinkle the yeast evenly over the surface of the must. Then, add the sugar and stir well to dissolve.
- 4
Add Acid Blend and Potassium Metabisulfite
Add the acid blend and potassium metabisulfite to the mixture. Stir gently to ensure even distribution.
- 5
Fermentation
Cover the fermentation vessel with a clean cloth and let it sit in a cool, dark place for 10-14 days, stirring daily.
- 6
Racking
After fermentation is complete, rack the wine into another clean vessel, leaving the sediment behind.
- 7
Add Oak Chips
Add the medium toast oak chips to the wine and allow it to age for an additional 2-3 weeks.
- 8
Fining with Bentonite
Dissolve the bentonite in a small amount of warm water and add it to the wine. This will help clarify the wine.
- 9
Bottling
Once clarified, bottle the wine using sanitized bottles and corks. Store in a cool, dark place.