With help from the strong backs of Sheila, Steve, George and MJ (plus Phoebe and Taylor, see photo) we pressed the Cabernet on Saturday. It went well, but may have pressed it alittle hard. Last year the yield was light, I may have over-compensated. We ended up with almost exactly 12 gallons. I put it into kegs this time, two full and one partial for topping, but I might not need to top if I keep them in the stainless.
I need to add oak