I managed to put the fateful moment off for a while by going in to Cadiar to buy half a refinery (gas, petrol and oil) and a bout of wood-chopping ahead of the bad weather we're expecting, I ventured in to the bodega a short while ago. Releasing the sealed lid, I quickly dipped a glass in before re-sealing the tank.
Returning to the kitchen, initial inspection revealed that it was red (would have been something seriously wrong if it wasn't!), did not smell bad and was clear. With trepidation I had a taste and was pleasantly surprised. I have, indisputably, MADE MY FIRST WINE and, while not as refined as some Tempranillos I have tasted (remember that it has only fermented with the wild yeasts that came on the grapes), it passes muster and compares VERY favourably with that sold by my local off-licence. I have to leave it another month before bottling but I think it's fair to say that I will be able to keep any visitors I may have this year well-lubricated during their stay.
Although a tad early, I'm enjoying a glass as I write this.
Next will be to try the wine made from my own grapes. Watch this space.
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