amaier48
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My kit came with chlore and sulphite, I guess to clean the bottle and santaize with, I am used to using star San.... Is there a difference??? If so, what ratios do I use with the chlore and sulphite?
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You should not use chlorine based cleaners on wine making stuff. Use the Star San.
The sulphite is probably for anti-oxidant for long-term storage of your wine.
Chlorine based cleaners are perfectly fine, just rinse well.
Everything I have ever read, except this post, suggests otherwise.
But in winemaking chlorine containing products are typically frowned upon due to the connection to TCA. I have met commercial vintners that will not use chlorine based products in the winery, not even allowed in the building, anywhere.
We have read of others who say 'it is ok, just rinse well'. A decision each individual makes, but be prepared for that one moment where you did not rinse enough and TCA gets you.
amaier48...what kit came with 'chlore', and it actually calls it chlore?
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