Pierre Moncuit "millésime" Recipe
Make Pierre Moncuit "millésime" Recipe in just 6h . 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
Preparing the Grapes
Select and harvest ripe Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes. Ensure they are clean and free from any rot or damage.
- 2
Crushing the Grapes
In a large fermentation vessel, crush the Chardonnay grapes to release their juice. Do the same with the Pinot Noir grapes in a separate vessel.
- 3
Mixing the Juice
Combine the juices of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir in a large fermentation tank. Stir well to mix.
- 4
Adding Ingredients
Dissolve the sugar in 500 ml of water and add it to the grape juice mixture. Add the yeast and citric acid, stirring to combine thoroughly.
- 5
Fermentation Process
Cover the fermentation vessel with a clean cloth and let it sit at room temperature for about 1 week, stirring daily to help the fermentation process.
- 6
Aging the Wine
After fermentation, strain the liquid into a clean barrel and add oak chips for aging. Seal the barrel and let it age for at least 6 months.
- 7
Bottling
Once the aging process is complete, bottle the wine in sterilized bottles. Ensure to seal them properly.
- 8
Enjoying
Let the bottled wine rest for another month before tasting. Chill the wine and serve.