I have not made a Barolo in probably 6 years. so I guess its high time.
This one is a Vintners Reserve kit as I need some wine that does not need 1-2 years to cellar. It should be drinkable within a couple months of bottling.
Start with the basics: clean and sterilize. Very carefully measure out 2 liters of warm water using the hose that is attached to my faucet directly into the primary. (Yep, looks about 2 liters!) Sprinkle slowly the bentonite onto the surface and mix it thoroughly until there are no clumps. Give the juice bag a good shake and carefully pour it in. Add lukewarm water until the primary is at the 23 liter mark and hunker down to stir. I go at it quite vigorously for about 2 min. Take an SG reading and its at 1.073. Instructions say it should be between 1.070 and 1.085. This kit comes with 1 pack of untoasted American oak, which I then add and stir in. A peek at my temperature assures me that I am OK to add the yeast. Sprinkle that on top, and close it up with an airlock. It will start to ferment within 24 hours.
