We started the wine making process by soaking all the grapes and other ingredients.. Initially the crushing of the grapes and mixing all the ingredients was therapeutic I must say. The divine smell of the grapes and everything mixed together in itself was so captivating.
I must say that this is one of the most lengthy and patience testing process I have ever taken up till date in the kitchen considering I am someone who likes to always take on the easiest and quickest recipes and short cuts in cooking as well to get the dish done immediately. The task of daily mixing was something I wasn’t sure if I would keep upto but big hugs and thankful to Mr P who religiously did it on many days and even on the days I completely forgot about it.
The fun discussions with my wine buddies/partners in crime Lejna and Cicily added more excitement to the process. We would share our daily mixing stories and pics with each other and also sort out our queries between us or ask our parents who had better experience with wine making who happily answered our doubts each time. We ourselves did lose patience many a times and even used to taste a bit from the wooden ladle after mixing on some days. We eagerly waited for the day we could strain the wine and keep it for resting after almost 3 weeks.
The wine making process is indeed an experience and truly enjoyed every bit of it. Looking forward to trying to make many more different types of wine. If not for Lejna and Cicily, I would have missed out on this fun experience this Xmas season so a big thanks and hugs to both of you💕
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