I don't make 1 gal batches but it is refreshing to hear that a store will
provide this level of service to a customer.

Ray

"JJC" > wrote in message
news:P4pQc.210249$%_6.177334@attbi_s01...
> I recently came across a reference to Scottzyme Cinn-Free (newsgroup
> archives) and after reading about it a little bit decided I wanted to try
> it, but I was disappointed to find that it was readily available only in
> large quantities making it impractical for my 1 gallon batches. However,
I
> am now happy to report that after a few e-mails with the folks at the
Grape
> & Granary, they have purchased some Cinn-Free (and Color-X, I believe) and
> are repackaging into small quantities for resale. They said they will
have
> it available mid-month.
>
> The Grape & Granary's responsiveness to such a small customer such as
myself
> is indicative of the high level service I have received there for the last
> several years. For those of you who do not have a consistent source of
> equipment etc, it's worth paying them a visit. And, for the record, I
have
> no affiliation with them, just want to pass along my positive
experiences..
>
> Here's the blurb on Cinn-Free from Scottlabs' website:
>
> Scottzyme Cinn-Free is a purified pectinase with very low cinnamyl
esterase
> activity which helps reduce the formation of vinyl phenols. It is used in
> white must for release of varietal aromas and aromatic precursors. In
> addition to releasing desirable pectin trapped aromas, Scottzyme Cinn-Free
> aids in pressability, yield, settling, clarification and filtration.
> Scottzyme Cinn-Free is recommended for aromatic varieties like Sauvignon
> Blanc, Viognier, Pinot Gris, Gewürztraminer, Riesling and Vignoles. It is
> also used in varieties like Chardonnay to bring out the full aromatic
> potential of the grape.
>
>