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Ingredients
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Wine Ingredients
Method
Wine Making Directions
- 1
Harvesting Grapes
Carefully harvest Xinomavro and Sauvignon Blanc grapes during the early morning hours to preserve their freshness. Ensure that only the best quality grapes are selected.
- 2
Crushing Grapes
Gently crush the harvested grapes to release their juice using a pneumatic press. Make sure to separate the skins from the juice to maintain the desired rosé color.
- 3
Fermentation Process
Transfer the juice into fermentation tanks. Add the yeast and allow the fermentation to take place at controlled temperatures for about 10-14 days.
- 4
Adding Sugar
After fermentation, check the sweetness level. Gradually add sugar to achieve the desired sweetness without overpowering the natural flavors.
- 5
Secondary Fermentation
For sparkling wine, transfer the wine to a secondary fermentation vessel. Add sulfites to prevent oxidation and initiate the secondary fermentation.
- 6
Bottling
Once the secondary fermentation is complete, carefully bottle the wine, ensuring that it is sealed properly to maintain the effervescence.