Here are some assorted tips and information that will come in handy during your winemaking journey:

• Use a strong flashlight to make it easier to see the clearing process of your wine – shine it right through to illuminate suspended particles that might otherwise be hiding in weaker light.

•If you can feel crystals in your F-pack, there is a solution – place the unopened pouch in a bowl of hot water and it should correct the consistency after a few minutes.

• If your Kieselsol has crystallized, it is unfortunately unable to be used and you’ll have to get replacement(s).

• S.G./How to use hydrometer

• Why cleaning is so important