Cakebread Cellars Napa 2021 Recipe
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Ingredients
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Wine Ingredients
Method
Wine Making Process
- 1
Harvesting the Grapes
Begin by harvesting 10 kg of ripe Chardonnay grapes. Ensure that the grapes are free of any rot or damage for optimal quality.
- 2
Crushing and Pressing
Crush the harvested grapes gently to release the juice. Then, press the crushed grapes to separate the juice from the skins. Collect the juice in a sanitized fermentation vessel.
- 3
Preparing the Yeast
In a small bowl, combine 0.5 kg of yeast with 100 ml of water to activate it. Let it sit for about 15 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 4
Fermentation
Add the activated yeast to the grape juice in the fermentation vessel. Stir gently to combine. Allow the mixture to ferment in a cool, dark place for 1-2 weeks, checking daily for bubbles.
- 5
Adding Sulfites
After fermentation is complete, add 20 g of sulfites to stabilize the wine and prevent unwanted bacteria growth. Stir the mixture well.
- 6
- 7
Bottling
Once the aging process is complete, carefully bottle the wine in sanitized bottles. Ensure each bottle is sealed tightly with a cork.