Using Inert Gases in Winemaking – WMA029

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Just recently I tested out Private Preserve while bottling a raisin wine. Private Preserve is an aerosol can filled with a mixture of inert gases. In this episode we’re going to explore what inert gases are, why it’s beneficial to use them, and I’ll share my own thoughts and experiences using these gases. Continue reading “Using Inert Gases in Winemaking – WMA029”

Stopping a Wine Fermentation – WMA028

Stopping a fermentation is not easy to do, nor is it recommended.
It tastes perfect, stop fermenting!

Is it possible to stop a fermentation by adding sorbate or sulfites or both? This is a common question I get from wine makers.

While it is possible to do it can be tough. Even commercial wineries sometimes struggle to stop it right where they want it. Home winemakers have it even tougher without the fancy equipment wineries use.

In this episode of the podcast I’ll address how fermentations can be stopped as well as some common misconceptions concerning the use of sorbate and potassium metabisulfite to stop a fermentation. Continue reading “Stopping a Wine Fermentation – WMA028”

Evaluating Your Own Wines – WMA026

Evaluating Your Own Wines

Evaluating your wines is the key to improving.

In this podcast you’ll discover why it is so important to take a systematic approach to evaluating your own wines. This is, I believe, an essential part of learning to make a better bottle of wine. Whether you’re an amateur winemaker or professional you will benefit from this as will your wines.

Here are just a few of the different systems used by wine professionals to evaluate wines. Continue reading “Evaluating Your Own Wines – WMA026”

Interview with Winemaker Paul Bonacquisti – WMA025

Paul Bonacquisti, formerly a radio DJ, made the jump from a hobby wine maker to a professional winemaker when he opened Bonacquisti Wine Company, a very popular Colorado winery. Paul joins Matt on the podcast to share his story of how he became a professional wine maker as well as advice on how others can do the same.

An interview with Paul BonacquistiWe also talk about synthetic closures, selling wine in growlers, and even kegging wine. This was a really fun interview to record and there’s also a lot to learn.

If you’re interested in learning more about Paul and to see what he’s up to check out his website: Bonacquisti Wine Company

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