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Paul E. Lehmann
 
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Default Black Raspberry - ready to bottle?


"Michael E. Carey" > wrote in message
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> All,
>
> I started a black raspberry early this past January. It has been bulk
> ageing
> since February. It was originally very bitter but is getting better. The
> profile is TA=.45% and Ph is in the 3.5 - 3.6 range. Does anyone see a
> problem with this acid profile given I plan to keep some of this wine for
> several years?
>
> My plan is to bottle some of it dry and sweeten the rest with a wine
> conditioner.
>
> Thanks,
> Michael


Several years might be pushing it. Suggest you do frequent tastings while
aging.
My guess, and it is only a guess, is that it may be at its best either now
or in another 6 months.


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