"Dave Allison" > wrote in message
...
> Hi, all.
> I'm seeking advice again, though I read each thread in this newsgroup
> almost daily and have learned much.
>
> I have a 6 gallon Pinot Noir kit, just in the primary, and I've added 1 oz
> of dried elderberries. Will I get some of the elderberry taste? or am I
> wasting my time? And now that I did it, how could I ever tell if it is
> different? I wanted to do it during primary fermenting, but I guess I
> could have put into two 3 gallon carboys and added to only one. But too
> late now. But I seek any experience or thoughts.
>
> I was looking to make it more "jammy". (smile)
>
> DAve

Dave,

I make a blend of 20% elderberries and 80% Concord grapes. The elderberries
add some depth to the taste of the Concord.

Paul