I am thinking about making a Merlot/Elderberry or Zinfandel/Elderberry
blend. Has anyone ever tried either of the two? If so, what were your
results?

Thanks,

Steven

Steven

You might check the archives of this ng at google for more information
on elderberry wine. IIRC Ben Rotter has a little bit of information
on elderberry wine on his site called 'Improved Winemaking' (i think).

Honestly there's not realy much other than recipes out there about
elderberry. That said I would make each wine your considering
separtely and blend before bottling. You have more control this way.
Also, It seems to my limited experience that Zin is a wide range of
wine depending on viticulture and terrior.

When I open a bottle of elderberry I think merlot. Definately can
stand on it's own merits.

This year I have 2 batches, one is just elderberry with American oak
the other with raisins, banana's and a handful of Oregon Grape and
French oak. We'll see what happens in a year or two.

Take Care;
Steve
Oregon

On 5 Jan 2007 13:03:37 -0800, "Steven" > wrote:

>I am thinking about making a Merlot/Elderberry or Zinfandel/Elderberry
>blend. Has anyone ever tried either of the two? If so, what were your
>results?
>
>Thanks,
>
>Steven