Silver Raven Cab Sauvignon Recipe

Time3h

Serves10

Make Silver Raven Cab Sauvignon 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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1
Prepare the Grapes
Crush the Cabernet Sauvignon grapes in a clean container to release their juices. Ensure that the grapes are ripe and free from any mold or spoilage.
2
Sterilize Equipment
Dissolve the Campden tablets in a small amount of water and add it to the grape mixture to sterilize the equipment and kill off wild yeast. Let it sit for 24 hours.
3
Add Water and Sugar
After 24 hours, add the gallon of water and sugar to the crushed grapes. Stir well until the sugar is fully dissolved.
4
Add Yeast
Sprinkle the yeast over the surface of the mixture. Do not stir it in; let it sit on top for about 15 minutes before gently stirring it into the mixture.
5
Fermentation
Cover the container with a cloth and secure it with a rubber band. Allow the mixture to ferment in a cool, dark place for about 7-10 days, stirring daily. Look for bubbles to indicate fermentation.
6
Transfer to Fermentation Vessel
After fermentation is active, transfer the mixture into a sanitized fermentation vessel, leaving behind the solids. If using oak chips, add them now.
7
Secondary Fermentation
Seal the fermentation vessel with an airlock and allow it to ferment for about 4-6 weeks, or until bubbling stops.
8
Bottling
Once fermentation is complete, siphon the wine into sanitized bottles, leaving a little space at the top. Cork the bottles and store them in a cool, dark place.
9
Aging
Let the wine age in the bottle for at least 6 months for optimal flavor before tasting.