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Making your own wine can be much more than a simple hobby. Once you know what you are doing, you may be looking to sell your creations. The question is, is it legal to make and sell your own wine? Here, we’ll look at the legalities of making and selling your own wine, and the … Read more
Once you have made your wine, the work doesn’t stop there. You now need to ensure that it is stored correctly. If it isn’t, it could ruin the wine and give it a sour flavor. If you want to wine to retain its quality, there is a process you should follow. Here, we’ll look at … Read more
Did you know that a wine making journal can be really useful? Whether you are a beginner or an avid winemaker, a journal can help you to learn as you go. While you can invest in a pre-made journal, maintaining it is entirely down to you. So, what is the best way to maintain a … Read more
The fermentation process when making wine can take quite a while. So, how do you know when it’s ready to drink? This of course will depend upon the type of fruit being used, as well as the type of wine you are making. However, there are some general tips you can follow to determine when … Read more
When creating wine, there are a few tools and equipment you’re going to need. The exact things you’ll need will depend upon what type of wine you are making. How much you plan to make, the fruits you are using and how much space you have available will also impact the tools and equipment you’ll … Read more
If you’re thinking of making your own wine, it helps to be aware of the terminology you’ll come across. As a complete novice, you may not be aware of the terms used in the industry. This can make it tricky when it comes to making wine as you won’t understand all of the instructions. To … Read more
When you’re creating your own wine, there are a lot of mistakes you can make. Even expert winemakers aren’t immune to making mistakes along the way. It is a learning curve, but luckily you can learn from other people’s mistakes. Here, we’ll look at some of the top rookie mistakes to avoid when creating your … Read more
Still wine is the most common to make at home. However, it is possible to make your own sparkling wine too. It takes approximately nine months to create sparkling wine and there are three main stages you’ll need to follow. Here, you’ll learn the basics of making sparkling wine. As with any type of winemaking, … Read more
Thinking of making your own wine at home? There are some basic steps you’ll need to follow. The process can be quite complex, depending upon the type of wine you are making. Therefore, it is really important to do your research before you get started. Here, we’ll run through some of the basic steps for … Read more
When you are creating your own wine, you have full control over what goes into it. There are so many different types of wine you can create, and a lot of different ingredients to choose from. The main ingredient of most wines is fruit. You can use a variety of fruits to create wine, so … Read more