Tasting, topping, sulfiting
Test writing post from iPad.
Erwin and I topped off the ’10 syrah. All barrels tasted fine. The smaller barrels were the most balanced. I think the time that they spent in the big barrel really balanced them out. This wine is better than the ’09, which was really strong on the fruit, but not as spicy tannic as the’10.
We had planned on sulphiting 20 ppm. We had to mix up a new batch of sulfite. We mixed it correctly, but it didn’t smell strong enough (usually you can’t breathe anywhere near the stuff). So we tossed it, and I will buy some new sulfite, and we will add it after my Europe trip.
It may have been difficult to get 3 sielmtanuous smiles but you certainly did a good job! It’s not always easy to photograph children, a lot of patience required! But I think the results are oh so more rewarding. Thanks for sharing. Marc Crooze.