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Ingredients
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Wine Ingredients
Method
Wine Making Directions
- 1
Grape Selection
Select high-quality Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Malbec grapes from the Oakville region, ensuring they are ripe and free from any defects.
- 2
Crushing and Destemming
Crush and destem the selected grapes using a grape crusher, making sure to separate the skins from the juice.
- 3
Fermentation Preparation
Transfer the juice and skins into a fermentation vessel. Add the yeast to the mixture to initiate fermentation.
- 4
Adding Tannin and Sulfites
Once fermentation begins, add the tannin and sulfites to enhance flavor and stability. Stir the mixture gently to incorporate.
- 5
Fermentation Process
Allow the mixture to ferment for 7-14 days, monitoring the temperature and sugar levels regularly.
- 6
Pressing
After fermentation is complete, press the mixture to separate the liquid wine from the solid grape skins.
- 7
Aging
Transfer the wine into oak barrels for aging. Allow it to mature for at least 12 months to develop complex flavors.
- 8
Bottling
Once the wine has aged, filter and bottle it. Ensure that bottles are properly sealed and labeled.
- 9
Enjoy!
Let the wine rest for a few months before serving. Enjoy the PlumpJack 'Estate' with your favorite dishes.