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Intro to Winemaking: Let's make a Merlot Blend ! Please Plan for Two Initial Sessions

Grape Crushing Sunday, October 18th @ 9:00AM-11:30AM  

Wine Pressing, Sunday, November 1st @ 9:00AM-11:30AM. 

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 classic Merlot Blend [Merlot+Cabernet Sauvignon+Petite Verdot] .

Premium quality, fresh grapes are arriving from California. The grape harvest has been described as superb. In short: Great grapes produce great wine! Let us guide you through the essential steps for making your own special 2015 Merlot Blend. We are following a classic recipe "starring" Cabernet Sauvignon ...plus Merlot and Petite Verdot  the wine will be characterized by a bold flavor, moderately dry, great aroma, and can be enjoyed by all. 

During the first session: You will use a professional crusher-destemmer to crush the grapes into a ‘grape must’ for primary fermentation. Primary fermentation will last 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!

2015 Will Become A Special Vintage Wine Year! You'll be proud to call this 'Merlot' your own! 

Price $350. Price WITH SPECIAL DISCOUNT 10% OFF=$315. Case (12 Bottles)  ...and, you can get a second case for $175.! [Offer expires 10/18/15]

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 973.699.0709 for reservations.

Sessions are subject to availability and some limitations may apply.