How Do You Make Wine Using Fresh Concord Grapes?
If you are lucky enough to live in an area where Concord grapes are grown, you can make a simple wine using the fresh grapes. For every gallon of wine you plan to make you will need approximately 6 to 8 pounds of fresh, clean Concord grapes. You will also need wine yeast, which can be purchased at a local brew shop or online from various retailers. Expect to wait at least 60 days after making the wine before you can drink the finished product. Wash the grapes and remove them from the stems. This will remove dust and any chemicals that may have been used on the grapes. Place 1 or 2 cups of grapes in a shallow bowl and mash them with a potato masher to break the skins on all of the grapes. Pour the mashed grapes into the stockpot and repeat the process with the remaining grapes. Heat the stockpot over medium low heat and cook for 20 to 30 minutes. This will help the grapes release their juice. Add 2 cups sugar to the simmering grape juice and remove from the stovetop. Stir the juice unti
