Cakebread Cellars Recipe
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Ingredients
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Cakebread Cellars Classic Chardonnay
Fermentation and Aging
Method
Preparation
Harvesting Grapes
Carefully harvest ripe Chardonnay grapes, ensuring no stems or leaves are included.
Crushing Grapes
Crush the harvested grapes in a clean container to release the juice. Strain the juice to remove solids.
Fermentation
Adding Yeast
Sprinkle the yeast over the mixture and gently stir to incorporate. Cover the vessel with a clean cloth.
Fermentation Process
Allow the mixture to ferment for 1-2 weeks at a stable temperature, checking daily for bubbles indicating fermentation.
Aging and Bottling
Adding Oak Chips (Optional)
If desired, add oak chips to the fermented wine for additional flavor and aroma.
Sulfite Addition
Once fermentation is complete, add sulfites to the wine to preserve it.