Wine Tastings

The wine is getting very clear. It is almost completely cleared now. In the meantime, we’ve been trying various Gewurztraminers. It has been difficult to find them. Most places we’ve been only have 3 or less choices, and most of those choices have been the same. We tried a Fetzer, which was by far the best one we’ve had. It was sweet and fruity, with not much of an alcohol bite to it. Another variety we tried, which we didn’t care for was Two Vines from Washington. It was not good. We barely drank any of it. We are somewhat surprised by the lack of choice for Gewurztraminers. Other varieties of wine, like Rieslings, Chardonnays and Pinots have much more selection to choose from. So, we’re basically hoping ours will taste like the Fetzer, as it’s the best one we’ve tried.

Oh, to answer the questions raised by anonymous in the comments, yes the two headed goat was alive. As to the other question, some varieties of wine are aged in oak barrels, but for the clearing, it is better to clear the wine in something you can see through, for home wine making at least. Also, different woods can be used for the barrels of some wines, as well, depending on the flavor profile the vintner (wine maker) is looking for.