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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Vint on Premise?
A vint on premise location provides a unique opportunity for the wine connoisseur to create their very own wine for a fraction of the price, and 100% less mess. At Colangelo U-Vint Wine, we create that opportunity for you to become your very own wine maker. We will take care of the tedious work and labour, you come and bottle once your wine is ready. We are well prepared with the proper facility and equipment to do all of the required work.
What do I need to do to get started?
With over 30 distinct wines from around the world to choose from, the hardest part of the entire process is selecting your favourite wine. Be it a nice Cabernet Sauvignon or a Chardonnay, the decision is yours. Once you select your wine, we need to know how dry or sweet you want your wine. There is a sugar coding on most labels at the LCBO with regards to the wines you like. They are usually presented on the tags and look similar to this: (1). With this information, we are ready to start the process.
How long do I have to wait?
Your wine will be ready to bottle in six (6) weeks from the start date. To minimize wait times, and keep everything moving, an appointment is preferred when you want to bottle your wine. This will ensure that we have your wine ready for you and we have a spot for you to bottle your wine. We do have a larger bottling room, but it can fill up quickly. Once your wine is bottled, make sure that you go directly home and place it in the area that the wine will be stored. Changes in the temperature on a hot or cold day, can affect your wine. You can set up an appointment using our website, by email or by phone.
Best Practices
• Once bottled, bring your wine directly home. Wine is perishable, lengthy exposure to hot or cold can affect your wine.
• Leave your wine standing up for a few days to let any excess gases escape.
• Important - Store your wine on its side thereafter to ensure cork stays moist. This keeps your wine safe from oxidation.
• Store at 12C with 60% humidity. (See below if this is not possible)
• Rinse your empty bottles with warm water and leave them in the sink overnight upside down to dry. DO NOT USE SOAP inside the bottles as it can leave residue.
• Once dry, store your bottles upside down in the box to keep your bottles clean.
How do I store my wine?
There is the age old myth about storing your wine standing up for a few days. This will not hurt. There may still be some compressed air or gasses from bottling your wine trapped inside the bottle. Leaving your wine standing up for a few days once you get it home is a good idea. After that, ensure that you store your wine on its side. Doing so will keep the cork moist, and prevent any exchanging of air through the cork, preventing the oxidation of your wine.
What is the ideal temperature for my wine?
Consistency is key when storing your wine. The ideal temperature is maintaining 55-57 degrees in Fahrenheit or 12 to 14 degree Celsius. The humidity should also remain in the 60-70% range. Investing in a simple thermometer that can measure both the temperature and the humidity is a great investment. Keep it where you store your wine, and check it periodically to ensure consistency.
What if I can’t keep the temperature low enough?
If you are unable to keep the temperature in the preferred range, it can be stored at room temperature. Your wine will be fine, just make sure that the wine is consumed within a 6-12 months. Room temperature is not preferred to long term aging. Try to keep with these simple rules. Cool, dark, and dry. If you are uneasy about your options for storing, investing in wine fridge is your best option.
What if the temperature gets too low?
If your wine is stored in an area that dips below proper temperature your wine can slowly start to form “Wine Diamonds.” Grapes naturally contain tartaric acid, potassium and calcium ions. These “salts” can precipitate from the wine and form what is called potassium bitartrate. This is also commonly called tartrates. They are known as “Wine Diamonds.” If your wine is kept at a lower than necessary temperature for a short amount of time, this can start the process. They are somewhat unsightly; however, they are in no way harmful to your finished wine. At Colangelo U-Vint Wine, all of our wines are cold stabilized in our coolers, in an attempt to minimize “Wine Diamonds.”
How do I care for the bottles once I empty them?
Taking a moment at the end of the night to rinse your empty wine bottle with warm water is a good idea. Doing so will rinse out any residual wine left in the bottle. Do not use any harsh or abrasive cleaners or soaps. This will leave a soapy residue on the bottle. Leave the freshly rinsed bottle upside-down in the sink to drain. Once the bottle is dry, place it in a storage case (wine box) upside-down. Doing so will ensure that no dust or insects create a new home in your bottles. If you do have mould or dirty bottles, using these in the future may contaminate any new wine that gets bottled.
When can I start drinking my wine?
With whites that seem to peak earlier than heavy robust red wines, finding the right time to start to drink your wine can be vary from person to person. The wines made at Colangelo U-Vint wine are drinkable from the day you get them home, however, they will age gracefully. With age comes smoothness and complexity. Storing your heavier reds for three to six months will help to realize their full potential.
How long will my wine keep?
The length of time that the wine will keep drastically lengthens if you have the ideal temperature. Your wines will last years if the storage is proper.
- Clean, friendly and fun atmosphere.
- We have six bottling stations to ensure everyone gets a chance to bottle at their convenience
- Your wine is ready to drink in six weeks with very little work required by you
- It only takes 30 minutes to bottle
- For as little as $107 for 25 bottles (taxes in)
- 5 minute drive west of Belleville
- 98% of our customers hear about us by word of mouth, most of this is as a result of our customers sharing their wine with their friends and family.
- We use fresh refrigerated grape must to ensure the best possible product.
- We have the right equipment and temperature to make a consistent wine.
- We provide the effort and expertise.
- Once the wine is complete, bottling is quick, and simple with the right equipment.
Our Process
- Book an appointment for more information or simply come in to start your first batch during business hours.
- Your wine it will be ready to bottle six weeks later.
- Each batch is custom made to your specifications (don't worry, we can help you decide).
- Schedule an appointment at anytime using our website, by email or phone.
- We will guide you through the steps of bottling your first batch of wine.
- Please make us your last stop before you go home as cold and hot temperatures can harm your wine.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Vint on Premise?
A vint on premise location provides a unique opportunity for the wine connoisseur to create their very own wine for a fraction of the price, and 100% less mess. At Colangelo U-Vint Wine, we create that opportunity for you to become your very own wine maker. We will take care of the tedious work and labour, you come and bottle once your wine is ready. We are well prepared with the proper facility and equipment to do all of the required work.
What do I need to do to get started?
With over 30 distinct wines from around the world to choose from, the hardest part of the entire process is selecting your favourite wine. Be it a nice Cabernet Sauvignon or a Chardonnay, the decision is yours. Once you select your wine, we need to know how dry or sweet you want your wine. There is a sugar coding on most labels at the LCBO with regards to the wines you like. They are usually presented on the tags and look similar to this: (1). With this information, we are ready to start the process.
How long do I have to wait?
Your wine will be ready to bottle in six (6) weeks from the start date. To minimize wait times, and keep everything moving, an appointment is preferred when you want to bottle your wine. This will ensure that we have your wine ready for you and we have a spot for you to bottle your wine. We do have a larger bottling room, but it can fill up quickly. Once your wine is bottled, make sure that you go directly home and place it in the area that the wine will be stored. Changes in the temperature on a hot or cold day, can affect your wine. You can set up an appointment using our website, by email or by phone.
Best Practices
• Once bottled, bring your wine directly home. Wine is perishable, lengthy exposure to hot or cold can affect your wine.
• Leave your wine standing up for a few days to let any excess gases escape.
• Important - Store your wine on its side thereafter to ensure cork stays moist. This keeps your wine safe from oxidation.
• Store at 12C with 60% humidity. (See below if this is not possible)
• Rinse your empty bottles with warm water and leave them in the sink overnight upside down to dry. DO NOT USE SOAP inside the bottles as it can leave residue.
• Once dry, store your bottles upside down in the box to keep your bottles clean.
How do I store my wine?
There is the age old myth about storing your wine standing up for a few days. This will not hurt. There may still be some compressed air or gasses from bottling your wine trapped inside the bottle. Leaving your wine standing up for a few days once you get it home is a good idea. After that, ensure that you store your wine on its side. Doing so will keep the cork moist, and prevent any exchanging of air through the cork, preventing the oxidation of your wine.
What is the ideal temperature for my wine?
Consistency is key when storing your wine. The ideal temperature is maintaining 55-57 degrees in Fahrenheit or 12 to 14 degree Celsius. The humidity should also remain in the 60-70% range. Investing in a simple thermometer that can measure both the temperature and the humidity is a great investment. Keep it where you store your wine, and check it periodically to ensure consistency.
What if I can’t keep the temperature low enough?
If you are unable to keep the temperature in the preferred range, it can be stored at room temperature. Your wine will be fine, just make sure that the wine is consumed within a 6-12 months. Room temperature is not preferred to long term aging. Try to keep with these simple rules. Cool, dark, and dry. If you are uneasy about your options for storing, investing in wine fridge is your best option.
What if the temperature gets too low?
If your wine is stored in an area that dips below proper temperature your wine can slowly start to form “Wine Diamonds.” Grapes naturally contain tartaric acid, potassium and calcium ions. These “salts” can precipitate from the wine and form what is called potassium bitartrate. This is also commonly called tartrates. They are known as “Wine Diamonds.” If your wine is kept at a lower than necessary temperature for a short amount of time, this can start the process. They are somewhat unsightly; however, they are in no way harmful to your finished wine. At Colangelo U-Vint Wine, all of our wines are cold stabilized in our coolers, in an attempt to minimize “Wine Diamonds.”
How do I care for the bottles once I empty them?
Taking a moment at the end of the night to rinse your empty wine bottle with warm water is a good idea. Doing so will rinse out any residual wine left in the bottle. Do not use any harsh or abrasive cleaners or soaps. This will leave a soapy residue on the bottle. Leave the freshly rinsed bottle upside-down in the sink to drain. Once the bottle is dry, place it in a storage case (wine box) upside-down. Doing so will ensure that no dust or insects create a new home in your bottles. If you do have mould or dirty bottles, using these in the future may contaminate any new wine that gets bottled.
When can I start drinking my wine?
With whites that seem to peak earlier than heavy robust red wines, finding the right time to start to drink your wine can be vary from person to person. The wines made at Colangelo U-Vint wine are drinkable from the day you get them home, however, they will age gracefully. With age comes smoothness and complexity. Storing your heavier reds for three to six months will help to realize their full potential.
How long will my wine keep?
The length of time that the wine will keep drastically lengthens if you have the ideal temperature. Your wines will last years if the storage is proper.