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Intro to Winemaking: Let's make Zinfandel (Red Wine) Grape Crushing October 5th, 2013. Time: 2:00PM-4:30PM

Additional Special Winemaking Activity: We will be making Chenin Blanc from wine juice (A White Lightly Sweet Wine)!

If you've ever wanted to make wine... now is the time! Grapes N' Barrels makes it easy for you to get started. Our winemaking process entails three 1-hour activities. The program is designed to be informative, interactive, and fun. The focus for this winemakers group will be on crafting a special, surprising Zinfandel which will include both premium Zinfandel (Primitivo) Grapes and some "Alicante Bouschet" grapes.  Alicante has a unique 'red' grape flesh. Our blend brings the robust flavor, interesting bouquet, and the higher alcohol higher of a classic Zinfandel... with the elegance of deep red color characteristic of the Alicante. We like to call it our version of ZA-ZA Zin. Looking for that special red wine that is not overbearing... but, has an unmistakable 'Zin' flavor and medium body  ... then make our Grapes N' Barrels special version of 'ZA-ZA-Zinfandel! [Note: This is not a white Zinfandel.

High quality, fresh grapes are arriving from California. The grape harvest has been described as abundant and superb due to weather conditions during the growing season. In short: Great grapes produce great wine! Let us guide you through the essential steps for making your own special 2013 Zinfandel. 

During the first session: You will use a professional crusher-destemmer to crush the grapes into a ‘grape must’ for primary fermentation. Fermentation lasts about 10-14 days... and entails the natural process of converting sugar to alcohol. After fermentation, your second session will be focused on 'pressing' the grape must to assure we 'squeeze-out' every drop of wine we can. The wine is then placed in an American oak barrel for aging. In about 8 months, at your third session, you will bottle and label your very own artisan, private label wine. You can enjoy your wine when celebrating life’s special moments with those near and dear. And remember, no gift will be more appreciated than the wine you hand-crafted for that special someone, client, or loved one …for any occasion.

Join the fun at Grapes N Barrels... gather friends, family, co-workers to make wine. You’re welcome to bring snacks, your favorite wine, and have a festive and memorable winemaking experience. Salute!

2013 Will Become A Special Vintage Wine Year! You'll be proud to call this 'memorable' Zinfandel your own! 

Introductory Special Price of only $350/Case (12 Bottles) ...and second case for $150!

SPECIAL WHITE WINE OPPORTUNITY: In addition to red wine, on this date, we will be making a white wine from wine juice: Chenin Blanc (A light, flavorful, and semi-sweet wine). Making white wine involves a different winemaking process than with red wine from fresh grapes. We are offering both Zinfandel and Chenin Blanc on this date.

Participants at this session will experience the Red Grape Crushing and Pressing... and also have the opportunity to see white wine juices fermenting. If you decide that you want only white wine...or, you want some white wine in addition to your red wine... we can accommodate you at the same price...plus a discount on a second case.

Have a large group of family members, friends and co-workers who want to make wine? Please ask about our Barrel Quantity Special Discounts.   

Call Joe at 732.851.6800 for reservations.

Sessions are subject to availability and some limitations may apply.