Bruce Felix
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What is the most common barrel size used for making wine for a medium-to-large sized production winery?
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Typically oak barrel sizes are chosen by the varietal being made. Bordeaux varietals (merlot, cab sac. etc) use Bordeaux barrels ... -
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Why are some SS tanks sloped-bottom and some conical? Any practical differences?
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Sloped bottom usually used for Red Fermentation where the cap is left when the wine is drained and hence are ... -
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What should I look out for when I buy used wine equipment (tanks, crusher/destemmers, and pumps)?
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Use a credible dealer if you want a warranty. Individuals are difficult to get some kind of warranty from. You ... -
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I'm trying to transfer whole grapes, and minimize the rupturing of the grapes or breaking of the stems. Any suggestions on the type of pump to use?
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Best method of moving whole berries by pump is a peristaltic pump. if that is not available, use a positive ... -
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European-made vs. American-made equipment?
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I agree with comments of other suppliers below. It is important however to pick a supplier that keeps parts for ... -
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What's the advantage to a floating lid on a fermenter as opposed to a closed lid?
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Less head space with floating lid. less chance of oxidation or N2 consumption.
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