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Watson's Wine Supplies has grown from a service provider to our customers during harvest, to a year round mail-order service and a full shop housed in the family press house. Low overhead and years of experience mean that Watson's can provide a range and quality of supplies at an unbeatable price. Mail or fax us your order or visit us in person (please call ahead, we're a working family farm and there isn't always someone in the barn). 

The Barrels link provides you with information on quality and construction of Barrels. Prices of Barrels, are included in the catalogue.

 

Watson's 2011/2012Catalogue

 

Contents

Scroll through our catalogue or click on any of the items under "Contents" to go directly to that section. Click "Back" on your browser to bring you back to the table of contents. 

Winemaking Equipment: 

Presses

 

Crusher/Destemmer

 

Stainless Tanks and Stands

 

Stainless Fustis

 

Acids & Balances: 

 

Sulphur Dioxide 


Test Kits: 

Fermentation:   Watson's Premium Ontario Grape Juice 

Winemaking Books: 

How to Order 

 

Winemaking Equipment

Barrels All of our barrels have medium toast, unless other wise requested. We guarantee our barrels 100% against leakage.

 Exclusive Distributor For Canadian Oak Ltd. (picture)
Canadian oak barrels are made by Gibbs Bros. of Arkansas, one of the
finest small barrel making companies in North America. 

       Canadian Oak           19 L           $205.00 ea. 
       Canadian Oak           38 L           $260.00 ea.
       Canadian Oak           55 L           $295.00 ea.
       The following Size is made by A&K Cooperage  
       Canadian Oak          220 L           $850.00 ea.



American Oak Barrels are made by Gibbs Bros. of Arkansas. (picture)

       American Oak- 5              19 L           $170.00 ea.
       American Oak-10              38 L           $205.00 ea.
       American Oak-15              55 L           $245.00 ea.
       American Oak-30             110 L           $315.00 ea.
       American Oak-60(vintage)    225 L           $475.00 ea.
       American Oak-60(grand cru)  225 L           $525.00 ea.
French Cooperage is by Berthomieu. (picture)
       French Oak             30 L           $285.00 ea.
       French Oak             55 L           $390.00 ea.
       French Oak            100 L           $590.00 ea.
       French Oak            220 L          $1035.00 ea. 
Hungarian Barrels (picture)
       Hungarian Oak             23 L           $185.00 ea.
       Stand                     23 L           $ 25.00 ea.
   Hungarian Oak         50 L           $240.00 ea. Stand 50 L $ 35.00 ea.
    Hungarian Oak        120 L           $370.00 ea.
    Hungarian Oak        225 L           $495.00 ea.
   Hungarian Oak        225 L(Bordeaux) $575.00 ea.


    Mildecide coating    454 ml.         $ 14.50 ea.   (Inhibits mold and insects.  Apply 2 coats with a paint brush.  Dries to a clear finish.)


Used Barrels

Recoopered Barrels -  Our barrels are recoopered by Ivan Saic who shaves each stave  
                      individually allowing the barrels to be used for white or red wines.
                      
                      French Oak   220 L           $175.00 ea.
        Non-recoopered Barrels For Decoration 220 L $60.00 ea.

Barrel Racks (picture)


Used Double Barrel Racks  $ 40.00  ea.
New Double Barrel Racks   $120.00  ea.
New Single Barrel Racks   $100.00  ea.






Spigots

Small    5 1/2"       $10.00 ea.
Medium   7 3/8"       $12.00 ea.
Large    8 7/8"       $15.00 ea.


Oak Chips Oak chips are available for use by winemakers enjoying oak flavour yet cannot justify an oak barrel. Oak chips can be toasted in the oven or in an iron skillet on the barbecue to increase toastiness. Add chips directly to wine at a rate of 2 - 5 g/L of wine. 

      French Oak Chips, toasted 1   kg.      $ 14.00 ea.
      American Oak Chips,       1   kg.      $ 13.00 ea.
  

Carboys and Containers (To avoid breakage, wash in cold water only.) 
   Glass Jugs             4 L           $  7.00 ea.
   Plastic Pitcher        5 L           $ 12.00 ea. 
   Screw Caps for 1 Gallon Jugs         $  0.60 ea.
   Carboy               11.5L           $ 17.50 ea.
   Carboy               18.9L           $ 20.50 ea.
   Carboy                23 L           $ 22.50 ea. Carboy Handle                        $ 6.00 ea. Demi John 54 L $ 46.00 ea.
   Fermenting Drum       50 L           $ 15.00 ea. Fermenting Bags, heavy plastic, 
   flat bottom - 24x24x38  6mm          $  2.50 ea.
   Poly Tanks with cage (NEW) 1000 L   $180.00 ea. Poly Tanks with cage (USED) 1000 L   $100.00 ea. Poly Tank with cage (NEW) 1250 L $200.00 ea. Promens Insulated Bin/Lid #1745 CALL Promens Insulated Bin/Lid #1545 CALL Promens Insulated Bin/Lid #2145 $675.00 ea.
Fermentation Locks 
   Plastic "s"-Type Bubbler             $  1.00 ea.
   Plastic Cylinder Type (3 pieces)     $  1.00 ea. Medium 2 piece with bung             $ 15.00 ea. Jumbo 2 piece with bung              $ 19.00 ea.
Stoppers - Pure gum rubber 
   Gum Rubber           # 5 1/2          $  1.10 ea.
   Gum Rubber           # 6              $  1.20 ea.
   Gum Rubber           # 6 1/2          $  1.20 ea.
   Gum Rubber           # 7              $  1.40 ea.
   Gum Rubber           # 7 1/2          $  1.60 ea.
   Gum Rubber           # 8              $  1.70 ea.
   Gum Rubber           # 8 1/2          $  2.00 ea.
   Gum Rubber           # 9              $  2.00 ea.
   Gum Rubber           # 9 1/2          $  2.20 ea.
   Gum Rubber           #10              $  2.50 ea.
   Gum Rubber           #10 1/2          $  3.00 ea.
   Gum Rubber           #11              $  3.00 ea.
   Silicone barrel bungs               $  8.00 ea.   Fermrite breathing bungs carboy $ 4.50 ea.   Fermrite breathing bungs barrel $ 6.50 ea.                        
Wine Bottles - New, cork finish 
   Bordeaux, green      12/cs   750 ml  $  7.00 ea.
   Burgundy, deadleaf   12/cs   750 ml  $  7.00 ea. Hock, brown 12/cs  750 ml $ 7.00 ea.
   Hock, flint          12/cs   750 ml  $  7.50 ea.
   Elegantissima, dark  12/cs   375 ml  $ 15.00 ea.
         
Wine Bottle Racks Excellent quality steel with plastic coating and brackets.  
    50 Bottle Rack       50  cm x 100 cm  $ 40.00 ea.
    80 Bottle Rack       50  cm x 100 cm  $ 50.00 ea.                  
   100 Bottle Rack      100 cm x 100 cm $ 65.00 ea.
Bottle Fillers 
   Stainless steel, gravity fed, 3 btl. $320.00 ea. (picture)
   Stainless steel, gravity fed, 5 btl. $420.00 ea. Float $ 39.00 ea. Washers $ 1.00 ea.
   Enolmatic Automatic Vacuum Filler    $329.00 ea. (picture)
   Fermtec Plastic (for 1/2" tubing)    $  5.50 ea. Super bottle filler $ 28.00 ea.

Corks: All corks are #9's (24 mm diameter). Corks should be soaked in hot water only prior to bottling. Avoid soaking in SO2.

   Synthetic Cork       38 x 24  pkg. 100       $ 20.00 ea.
   Synthetic Cork       38 x 24  pkg. 1000      $170.00 ea.
   Gultig Carat Cork    38 x 24  pkg. 100       $ 20.00 ea.
   Gultig Carat Cork    38 x 24  pkg. 1000      $170.00 ea.
      
Corkers  (pictures)
   Floor model, nylon jaws, adjustable  $   51.00 ea.
   Floor model, brass jaws, adjustable  $ 90.00 ea. Floor model, Rapid   $1,100.00 ea.
Filters & Pads 
   Mini jet filter                                $165.00 ea.
   Mini jet filter pad (course)                   $  3.40 ea.
   Mini jet filter pad (medium)         $  3.40 ea.
   Mini jet filter pad (fine)           $  3.40 ea. Bon Vino Superjet Filter             $285.00 ea. (picture) Superjet Pump Only $195.00 ea. Superjet Pre-screen filter                    $ 23.00 ea. Superjet Check Value $ 26.00 ea.
   Filter pads pkg. 3 (course)          $  4.40 ea.
   Filter pads pkg. 3 (medium)          $  4.40 ea.
   Filter pads pkg. 3 (fine)            $  4.40 ea. Stainless Steel Filter 10" (c/w housing) $395.00 ea. (picture) Stainless Steel Housing 10" $115.00 ea. Duofine 10" 0.45 micron            $ 43.00 ea. Duofine 10" 0.20 micron             $ 45.00 ea. Duofine CPF 0.45 micron (Assymetric Membrane) $ 90.00 ea. Claris 5 micron $ 8.00 ea. Claris 1 micron $ 8.00 ea. Claris 0.5 micron $ 8.00 ea.
 
  
 


 Brushes 

   Bottle Brush         30 cm           $  2.25 ea.
   Carboy Brush         73 cm           $  8.00 ea.
   Plastic Stir Stick   75 cm           $  6.50 ea. Wine Whip $ 9.00 ea.

Funnels and Strainers 

   Plastic Funnel       15cm            $  3.50 ea.
   Plastic Funnel       21cm            $  6.50 ea.
   Plastic Funnel 14"   35cm            $ 11.00 ea.
   Must Strainer (Fits 14" Funnel)      $ 11.00 ea.
Bottle Drainers & Rinsers 
   Brass Bottle Rinser                          $ 18.00 ea.
   Deluxe Brass Bottle Rinser with Ball Valve   $ 36.00 ea.
   Pressure Spray Wand (attaches to laundry
   tub faucet for washing barrels, carboys &
   demijohns)                                   $ 12.50 ea.
Racking Tubes & Tubing 
   Fermtec J-Tube with Antidregs Tip
   (30" for 1/2" tubing)                        $  4.50 ea.
   Polyvinyl, food grade, clear (1/2")          $  0.50 ft.


Presses  (picture)
Presses  - Rachet
   #20 Press                                  $240.00 ea.
   #25 Press  (250d)                          $285.00 ea.
   #30 Press  (300d)                          $320.00 ea. #35 Press  (350d)                          $370.00 ea.
   #40 Press  (400d)                          $440.00 ea. #45 Press  (450d)                          $490.00 ea. #50 Press  (500d)                          $565.00 ea.


Presses  - Bladder

   #35 Press   40 L                           CALL
   #45 Press   80 L                           CALL    
   #55 Press  160 L (540 d x 700 h)           CALL
   #65 Press  300 L (650 d x 920 h)           CALL
 

 

Crusher/Destemmers (picture)

 

Stainless Steel c/w 110 volt Motor, hopper with auger feed 
adjustable crushers 2000 kg per/hr capacity.       $1,230 ea.

 

Europa Stainless Fustis(picture)

We carry a wide variety of stainless steel fustis complete with valve. (dimensions height x diameter)

 

3L  with stand (18cm X 17cm)                         $ 50.00 ea. 
5L  with stand (19cm X 23cm)                         $ 56.00 ea.
10L            (24cm X 28cm)                         $ 65.00 ea.
15L            (31cm X 28cm)                         $ 67.00 ea.
25L            (36cm X 36cm)                         $ 73.00 ea.
30L            (36cm X 36cm)                         $ 75.00 ea.


 
Stainless Tanks and Stands (picture)
We carry a wide variety of stainless steel tanks 18/10 (304), complete with adjustable,
floating lids, pressure gauge and valve. (dimensions height x diameter)


      80L - ( 54 cm x 42 cm)                          $240.00 ea.  
     100L - ( 58 cm x 47 cm)                          $260.00 ea.
     100L - Stand  (44.5 height)                      $ 45.00 ea. 
     150L - ( 66 cm x 55 cm)                          $310.00 ea.
     150L - Stand                                     $ 47.00 ea. 
     200L - ( 78 cm x 58 cm)                          $360.00 ea.
     200L - Stand                                     $ 50.00 ea.
     300L - ( 94 cm x 64 cm)                          $410.00 ea.
     300L - Stand                                     $ 55.00 ea.
     400L - (102 cm x 70 cm)                          $460.00 ea.
     400L - Stand                                     $ 60.00 ea.
     500L - (117 cm x 74 cm)                          $530.00 ea.
     500L - Stand                                     $ 68.00 ea.
     750L - (148 cm x 80 cm)                          $710.00 ea.
     750L - Stand                                     $ 80.00 ea. 
    1000L - (148 cm x 93 cm)                          $985.00 ea.
    1000L - Stand                                     $ 90.00 ea.
    Extra gasket bladder                              $ 23.00 ea.
    Extra Pump                                        $ 35.00 ea.
    Extra 1/2" valve                                  $ 18.00 ea.
    Extra 1"  valve                                   $ 32.00 ea.
    Stainless Adaptor to 1" male NPT                  $ 85.00 ea.

 

Acids & Balances

Wine/Grape Must Adjustments 

A number of additives are available that can be used to improve wine balance or quality. Major additions should generally be preceded by home trials and tasting of samples of the adjusted wines. Common improvements to grape must and wine include adjusting acidity and tannin levels. 


Tartaric Acid 

Tartaric acid is the characteristic acid of grapes. Low acid grapes will benefit from tartaric addition; the wine will clear more readily and will keep and taste better. It should be added to any wine with a total acidity of less than 0.5%. As a rule of thumb, 1g per L will increase titratable acidity by about 0.1%. 

   Tartaric Acid        100g pkg.       $  3.90 ea.
   Tartaric Acid         1kg pkg.       $ 24.00 ea.

Citric Acid  (Add after ml fermentation)  

   Citric Acid - 100g pkg                $2.50 ea.
   Citric Acid - 1 kg pkg                $8.50 ea. 
   
    

 

Calcium Carbonate 

Used to reduce the acidity of wine or must. It reacts preferentially with tartaric acid rather than malic, so you should not try to lower acidity by more than about 0.3 to 0.4% with this method. Tartrate stability takes longer after using calcium carbonate than potassium bicarbonate because calcium malate is not very soluble nor is it's precipitation temperate dependent. For this reason it is best to use calcium carbonate as early as possible to avoid later stability problems. One g/L will reduce your acidity by about 0.15%. 

   Calcium Carbonate (precipitated chalk) 100g  $  1.00 ea.
   Deacidifier          100g                    $  2.50 ea.
   Deacidifier          1kg                     $ 11.50 ea.
   Acidex 1kg  $ 23.00 ea. Potassium Sorbate (stabilize wine)     100g  $  5.00 ea. Potassium Sorbate (stabilize wine)      1kg  $ 28.00 ea.    Copper sulphate (for hydrogen sulphide
   reduction) 1% Solution Dropper Bottle        $  4.50 ea.
Cleaning & Sanitizing 
   Soda Ash - 1kg/pkg. (alkaline for barrel 
   cleaning, dissolves tartrate)                 $  4.00 ea.
   Chloro Clean          1kg                     $  8.50 ea. Chloro Clean         25kg                     $  150.00 ea. Sanaton 1kg $ 10.50 ea.

 

 

Sulphur Dioxide

Sulphur Dioxide (SO2) 

Sulphur dioxide inhibits yeast and bacterial growth and acts as an antioxidant in wine. These benefits are realized from the presence of molecular SO2 which occurs in free SO2. As a general rule, about one-half of the SO2 added to wine is present as free SO2, and the remainder occurs as bound SO2. Between 0.5 and 0.8 ppm of molecular SO2 is required to prevent spoilage and oxidation. It is important to note that the proportion of molecular SO2 in free SO2 decreases as the pH of the wine increases. The amount of free SO2 needed to achieve a molecular SO2 of 0.5 ppm and 0.8 ppm at various pH values is provided below: 

pH of Wine      For 0.5 ppm molecular SO2       For 0.8 ppm molecular SO2
                Free SO2 required (ppm)         Free SO2 required (ppm)
                                
    3.0                      8                             13
    3.1                     10                             16
    3.2                     13                             21
    3.3                     16                             26
    3.5                     25                             40
    3.7                     39                             63
Free SO2 cannot be added directly to wine. Potassium metabisulphite (k, meta) contains about 57% total SO2, of which about 25 to 30% is free SO2. Campden tablets contain about 48% T SO2 or about 22-26% free SO2 Sulphur sticks which are burned, produce about 130 to 140% SO2 by weight. The proportion of free SO2 in total SO2, is also pH dependent with a greater percent available at lower pH. The following calculation can be used to estimate the amount of potassium metabisulphite to add to a wine to achieve a desired free SO2 concentration: 
   K, meta (g) = free SO2 desired (ppm) x volume of wine (L) x 3.6
                                     1,000
Following addition for SO2 and an equilibration period of 3 to 5 days, it is recommended that the resulting free SO2 concentration be established using an SO2 test kit. The value should then be adjusted accordingly. 
   Antiflor (demi)
  (for inhibiting "Flor" yeast contamination) 12 X 1g pkg     $  2.50 ea.
   Antiflor (barrels)                          2 X 7g pkg     $  3.00 ea.
   Campden Tablets                         vial 100 tblts.    $  6.00 ea.
   Efferbaktol (so2 Tablets)                       2g         $  0.75 ea.
   Efferbaktol (so2 Tablets)                       5g         $  1.00 ea.
   Efferbaktol (so2 Tablets)                  40 x 2g         $ 17.00 per box
   Efferbaktol (so2 Tablets)                  25 x 5g         $ 16.00 per box
   Potassium metabisulphite                      400g pkg     $  4.00 ea.
   Potassium metabisulphite                      1 kg pkg     $  8.00 ea.
   Sulphur Discs (NO DRIPS)                   $  0.25 ea. Sulphur Discs 1 kg $ 24.00 ea.

Test Kits

SO2 Test Kit 

CHEMetrics (TM) produces an easy to use kit for the measurement of free SO2 based on the Ripper methods. We also carry the original Ripper method test using Sulphuric Acid and Iodine. The acid test kit apparatus is needed. 

   CHEMetrics (TM) SO2 test pkg. of 10 titrets  $ 17.00 ea.
   CHEMetrics Titret Holder                     $  6.00 ea.
   
Acid Test Kit 

Acid concentration can be measured by tritation using a Sodium hydroxide solution and a phenolphthalein indicator and/or a pH meter. 

   5 ml pipet                                   $ 12.00 ea.
   25 ml buret with stop cock                   $ 92.00 ea.
   Acid Test Kit Apparatus (metal stand with 
   clamp, buret with stop cock, 5ml pipet)      $135.00 ea. Phenolphthalein indicator, 30ml              $  4.00 ea.
   Potasium Acid Phthalate N/10 4oz             $ 10.50 ea.
   Sodium Hydroxide, 1/5N 114ml                 $  3.50 ea.
   Sodium Hydroxide, 1/10N 500ml                $ 11.40 ea.
   Acid Test Kit                        $  8.00 ea.
  
  
Malo-Lactic Chromatography Test Kit 

Malo-lactic fermentation (MLF) whereby malic acid is converted to lactic acid and carbon dioxide, can be evaluated in a semi-quantitative manner through paper chromatography. Test takes about 10 hours. 

   Vertical Chromatography Kit (complete)       $ 47.00 ea.
   Solvent/Developer - bottle 250 ml            $ 16.00 ea.
   Chromatography Paper  10 sheets              $ 17.00 ea.
   Acid Standards (malic, lactic, tartaric      $  8.50 set
   Capillary pipets - vial of 100               $  7.00 ea.
Fining Agents 

The clarity, colour, odour, taste and stability of a wine can be significantly improved through fining. Fining involves the addition of a positively or negatively charged chemical agent to the wine to balance the charge of any suspended particles. The suspension will then agglomerate and settle out. The most frequently used fining agents are bentonite (aluminum silicate clay), activated carbon, gelatin, egg whites and PVPP (polyvinyl/polypyrrolidone). Many books on winemaking provide detailed instruction on the use of fining agents. Again, home trials on small volumes (100 to 200 ml) of wine are recommended. 

   Bentonite (agglomerated) 100g                $   3.00 ea.
   Bentonite (agglomerated) 1kg                 $  10.00 ea.
   Sparkolloid (clears hazes) 35g pkg.          $  2.50 ea. Sparkolloid 1kg $ 35.00 ea.
   Polyclar VT (colour improvement) 140g pkg.   $  14.00 ea.
  
Lab Equipment 
   Hydrometer (triple scale)                    $  6.50 ea.
   Hydrometer 0 to 8 brix                       $ 19.50 ea.
   Hydrometer -5 to +5 brix                     $ 19.50 ea.
   Hydrometer 30 to 60 brix                     $ 22.00 ea.
   Hydrometer Jar (plastic) 3 cm x 25 cm        $  4.50 ea. Hydrometer Jar (plastic) 3 cm x 35 cm        $  6.00 ea.
   Hydrometer Jar (glass grad. cylinder)250 ml $ 26.00 ea.
   Thermometer 9"                               $  7.50 ea.
   Fermtec wine thief                           $  7.00 ea. 10" Glass wine thief                       $  8.00 ea. 15" Glass wine thief                        $ 12.00 ea.
   20" Plastic wine thief                       $  5.00 ea. 18" Plastic wine thief 3pc $ 7.00 ea. Pyrex wine thief (glass) $ 65.00 ea.
   Vinometer (measures alcohol in finished wine)$  6.50 ea.
   pH Calibration Solutions pH 7.01 30 ml       $  2.00 ea.
   pH 7.01 60 ml                                $ 3.00 ea.
   pH Calibration Solutions pH 4.01 30 ml       $  2.00 ea.
   pH 4.01 60 ml                                $ 3.00 ea.
   Refractometers 0-32 Brix A.T.C.       $ 80.00 ea.
   Refractometers 28-60 Brix                    $ 80.00 ea. Refractometers Digital 0-50 Brix             $145.00 ea.
   Daylight Plate                               $  9.00 ea. pH meter Hanna 8424 (complete) $468.00 ea. pH meter Hanna 9026 (complete) $670.00 ea. D.O. meter Hanna 9142W $645.00 ea.

Fermentation

Wine Yeast 

We strongly endorse the use of a commercial wine yeast in the fermentation of a grape juice. These wine yeasts have been carefully cultured to accentuate positive fermentation properties such as more efficient sugar-alcohol conversion, low hydrogen sulphide production, compact lees and SO2 tolerance. We recommend the addition of a commercial nutrient to reduce the likelihood of a stuck or sluggish fermentation and to minimize the production of sulphide (from nutrient deficiency). Nutrients should be added prior to the start of fermentation. 

  
   Anchor (NT50)                                    5g pkg. $  1.00 ea.
   LALVIN (71B-1122)             5g pkg. $  1.00 ea.
   LALVIN (EC-1118)              5g pkg. $  1.00 ea. LALVIN (K1-1116)              5g pkg. $  1.00 ea.
   LALVIN (R2)   (ICE WINE TIME ONLY)           10g pkg. $  2.00 ea.
  LALVIN D-47                   5g pkg. $  1.00 ea.
   LALVIN RC - 212               5g pkg. $  1.00 ea.
   LALVIN GRE                    5g pkg. $  1.00 ea.
   LALVIN CY 3079                5g pkg. $  1.00 ea.
   LALVIN BM 45                  5g pkg. $  1.00 ea.
   LALVIN D 254               5g pkg. $  1.00 ea. LALVIN QA23              5g pkg. $  1.00 ea.    UAFERM EPERNAY 2 CEG       5g pkg. $  1.00 ea.
   ZYMAFLORE VL 1                5g pkg. $  1.00 ea.
   ZYMAFLORE VL 3                5g pkg. $  1.00 ea.  ZYMAFLORE X 5                 5g pkg. $  1.00 ea.
   

   
  

  For information and characteristics of each yeast please visit

Malo-Lactic Bacteria

Malo-lactic fermentation (MLF) is the bacterial conversion of malic acid to lactic acid. Wines which have undergone MLF are typically softer (less acidic). MLF with commercial cultures is desirable in reds and some white wines to enhance stability. Many wineries encourage MLF to prevent spontaneous fermentation by less desirable bacterial strains. It should be noted that MLF is inhibited where free SO2 levels exceed about 30 ppm. Ideal conditions for MLF are lower alcohol levels, pH above 3.3, free SO2 of less than 30 ppm and a temperature above 20 degrees Celsius. 
Lallemande VP41                 2.5g pkg. to innoculate 250 L     $ 20.00 ea. 
Lallemande MBR-31            2.5g pkg. to innoculate 250 L     $ 20.00 ea. 
Lallemande (bachus)               1g pkg. to innoculate 100 L      $ 9.00 ea. 

 

Nutrients

Fermaid from Scott Laboratories contains diammonium phosphate, magnesium sulphate, yeast hulls (ghosts), thiamine, folic acid, niacin and calcium pantothenate. Use .2g/L. 

   Lalvin Fermaid       100g pkg.                     $  3.00 ea.
   Lalvin Fermaid       1 kg pkg.                     $ 24.00 ea. 
   Lalvin D.A.P.        100g pkg.         $  2.50 ea.  Lalvin D.A.P.        1 kg pkg.         $ 15.00 ea.
   Lalvin Go-Ferm       100g pkg.  $  6.00 ea.
 Lalvin Go-Ferm       500g pkg.  $ 21.00 ea. Lalvin Optimalo        5g.pkg.  good for 25l $  1.00 ea. Lalvin Optired         5g.pkg.   $  1.00 ea. Lalvin Optiwhite       5g.pkg.   $  1.00 ea.    
Enzymes/Tannins 

These enzymes destroy the protective colloidal properties of pectins. Treated juices will settle better and fine and filter easier. 

   Pectic enzyme         20g                    $  3.00 ea.
   
   Colour Pro - Stablilizes red colour, greatly affects
   the profile of the wine, reduces fining reds and
   improves settling.

   Colour X - Optimizes colour extraction from the skins

   Colour Pro and Colour X mixed together.      $  2.00 ea.
   Enough for 100 lbs of fruit.
Wine Tannin - 15g pkg $ 2.50 ea.
 
 

Watson's Premium Ontario Grape Juice

Watson's Premium Ontario Grape Juice May be purchased from our vineyards during the fall months. While the use of concentrates or wine kits offer simplicity, there is absolutely no substitute for fresh juice. However, because of our emphasis on quality, sometimes demand exceeds supply, so please order early (August). See our Juice page for more information. 

Winemaking Books

Numerous books have been written on the subject of winemaking. We have selected a short list of books which we consider to be the best references for the amateur wine maker. 
Making Better Wines (Underhill) 7th Edition 
   A comprehensive manual for home winemaking at an intermediate
   level.  It is approximately 40 pages, divided up into 8 sections
   in a 3 ring binder, excellent for adding notes.      $ 39.50 ea.
Modern Winemaking (Philip Jackish) Cornell University Press, 1985, 280 pages. 
   An up-to-date and comprehensive guide to the winemaking process 
   with step-by-step coverage. It is aimed at the amateur but there 
   is also valuable information for the small commercial operation.
   Individual chapters are devoted to table wines, sweet wines,
   sparkling wines; fortified, flavoured, and non-grape wines. Very
   good on the mechanics of many different treatments.  $ 44.00 ea.
Winery Technology & Operations (Yair Margolit) 1990, 216 pages. 
   This handbook for small wineries covers vineyard and cellar
   operations in considerable detail and is very well organized.
   It is an excellent guide whether you have a technical background
   or not.  Its sections on fining and must and wine analysis are
   especially well presented.                           $ 34.50 ea.

How to Order

Shipping - Orders are normally shipped same day of receipt of order unless product is out of stock. Freight extra. 

Orders must be prepaid by VISA or MasterCard.

Sales Taxes are extra, where applicable. 
Credit Cards - Visa or MasterCard accepted  on Mail Orders Only

Returned Cheques - All N.S.F. cheques will be subject to a $20.00 charge. 

Prices subject to change without notice. G.S.T. Registration No: 868735358
24 Hour Grapeline - September to November There will be an updated harvest report to let you know what juice is ready and waiting for pick-up. DIAL (905) 468-1371

Watsons -1516 Line 2 RR#1 Niagara on the Lake, Ontario, Canada, L0S 1J0 
Phone - 905-468-9833 
Fax - 905-468-4937 
E-Mail - kevin@watsons.ca