Everyone wants to make beer right? Afterall, “home brew” is just cool. But making your own wine: now THAT is “high society cool.” But you can’t just jump into wine making. Think of it as the next logical step after making your own beer.
Just like beer, don’t expect to get a perfect tasting wine on your first go-round. You’re going to have to take their time to perfect the recipe and aging process.
First and foremost in wine making, you gotta keep things clean and sterile. What this means is that your garage probably isn’t the best place to start up your little at-home winery. A quiet corner in the basement may be a better idea.
Patience is another must that you have to have. Good wine ain’t made in a week! There’s this little process called “fermentation” that can take months or years to get right. Don’t be tempted to take sips every other day either.
The actual art of making wine has been around since Bible times and before. The recipes and the styles of wine have changed but the process is just about the same as it always has been. You may find the recipes have different ingredients, temperature requirements, yeast, and fruits. (the best wines are fruit blends by the way)
All that really matters is that you are making your own stuff at home. Even if you screw it up, you will at least be one step closer to your goal of being “high society cool!” You may succeed or you may fail, but either way you will have enjoyed the experience.
You can find all the information and basics of wine making online and in other literature. Just like home brewed beer, there are plenty of starter kits available to help you make that red or white wine you have been dreaming about. Best of luck!