Zschoche Cellars: Riesling

Monday, April 18, 2011

Riesling - Day Two

It's been just over 24 hours since the yeast was introduced to the juice. Just as I predicted would be the case, the fermentation has begun! In another week or so I will check the specific gravity. At that point I will be able to begin the second step, provided the reading is in the correct range. Check back in a few days for an update!

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History

Doug Zschoche - Founder, Owner, President and Head Winemaker.

Doug founded Zschoche Cellars in Parker, Colorado on 23 December 2010. They are currently a "one man" operation with a production capability of about 60 bottles every 40 days. The wine is made using kits from Vinters Reserve. Cabernet Sauvignon is currently the only varietal bottled, though Doug is nearly finished making Riesling - the first white varietal for Zschoche Cellars and has just begun a batch of Merlot.

In it's current business structure, Zschoche Cellars is not able to procure a license to sell the wine. All bottles produced are only for personal use, I.E. personal consumption, given as gifts, etc. Doug plans to eventually expand the company, start growing his own grapes and obtain the necessary federal licenses.

Doug's passion and appreciation for wine really started to take shape after he took several evening tasting classes while a Cadet at the Air Force Academy. He continually seeks to grow his knowledge of viticulture by reading books and publications on the topic, taking several online classes offered by Wine Spectator and by tasting different wines from his personal cellar.

Doug hopes that his passion can be tasted in each bottle of Zschoche Cellars wine.