First-Time Racking of Portuguese Riesling: A Personal Vineyard Journey
If you're a wine enthusiast or a budding vintner, racking your first bottle can be an exhilarating experience. For me, it was just that. Today, I'm sharing my personal journey of racking a Riesling produced in Portugal, offering insights into the process and the delightful outcome. Racking is a crucial step in winemaking where you separate the clear wine from the sediment accumulated during fermentation. For my first attempt, I was eager to gauge the wine's taste and its final alcohol level. With high expectations, I took the plunge, ready to unveil the fruit of my labor. The process began…
