I've decided that this last harvest is the last one I am going to press
by 'hand'. So I've been looking into presses - both traditional ratchet
and bladder.

1. I recall that bladder pressing is 'gentler' which doesn't pull as
much tannin. For you bladder pressers, can you validate this?

2. I have seen that pressing a partial load with a bladder is possible
if you partially inflate before adding the must so you get even
distribution. Has this been practical for you?

3. Also need your thoughts on press sizing. How long do you press for?
This has implications for how many press loads to size for.

4. Do you use the bag on the outside of the press or do you press at low
enough pressures that it isnt needed?

5. Do you feel you have better control over press pressure than with a
ratchet press?

6. Lastly, what are your thoughts on best practices for using a bladder
press other than the questions above?

thx,
dan