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Default Finning and Filtering

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Jim > wrote:

> I know that there are various schools of thought on the subject of
> finning and filtering of wine prior to bottling. I have always finned
> and filtered my whites but never my red for fear I mite strip some of
> the flavor out of the wine. So I trusted gravity and time to clear my
> reds but I am starting to notice some of my red wine it not as clear
> as it should be. What do you fellow vintners feel is the best root to
> take and thank you in advance.


Egg whites. Don't beat until stiff. Two per barrel, and then stir with
racking cane for several minues.
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