Potassium Metabisulfite is to be used in wine making to inhibit bacteria growth, too high a dose will leave an unpleasant taste. Add 1/4 tsp. per 5 gallons before fermentationfor 50 ppm (wait 24 hours to add yeast) and another 1/4 tsp. per 5 gallons

Is there something not quite right with your wine, but perhaps you are not sure of the cause? Well, we have put together this handy guide to some of the most common wine faults and flaws.

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