The 2024 Colorado Mountain Winefest is coming up. It has become such a major draw that it inspired a signature wine. Talon Wines in Palisade said the Riverbed Red made for the festival is “inspired by the many years of festivals we have attended at Riverbend Park as well as the vibrant community we’re so lucky to be a part of.”
What comes to mind when you think of grapes being pressed for wine? The scenery is that of rolling hills, planted in orderly rows of uniformly sized vines. A charming European farmhouse is positioned somewhere in the distance. There is a large, shallow, wooden pool, filled to the top with lush grape clusters. A group of laughing women are dancing barefooted atop the berries.
As harvest kicks into full swing it is important for winemakers to know the right questions to ask and things to look for when purchasing grapes for this year’s fermentations. Get that insight from two pros who make a living out of selling grapes.
Making your blend of delicious wine can be your next project. It’s pretty easy, although it takes a bit of time. With this simple 5-step guide, you can learn everything there is on how to make wine from grapes.
You know that wine mainly comes in three distinct colors: white, red, and rosé (pink). But do you know why wines come in different colors, and how the winemaking varies between them?
“The Guide” (as a PDF file) for making white wine. Detailed instructions. Print this and place it in a notebook for easy reference. Instructions for every step of the process, including how to test and evaluate results.
A seven-minute video providing a checklist with demonstrations of sanitizing winemaking equipment and utensils, from fermentation to bottling.
