Handcraft Supplies Two Part Wine Fining (1 Gallon) is a dual-stage fining that clears up to 4.5 litres of homemade wine. It is sized for gallon demijohn batches, so you use the whole pack in one go.
Key points
- Two-stage fining for crystal clear wine
- Treats up to 4.5 litres (1 gallon)
- Clears haze and improves the look of your finished wine
How to use
Add part one, then part two, as directed on the pack - full steps are in the How to Use box below.
Who it is for
Winemakers working in a 5L glass demijohn or 4.5L PET demijohn, from fruit wines to small-batch kits. Making a full 23 litre batch? Use the 5 gallon size instead.
Before fining a wine you plan to sweeten, stabilise it with Handcraft Supplies Wine Stabiliser. More wine treatments are in the Handcraft Supplies chemical range.
Two Part Wine Fining
How to Use
Dose
1 double sachet
per gallon (4.5 litres)
Clear in
48 hours - 2 weeks
Used for: Two-stage finings (kieselsol then chitosan) to clear wine quickly.
When: Once fermentation has finished and the wine needs clearing.
Step by step
1Add the kieselsol sachet (left side) first and stir.
2Refit the lid or bung and leave for 1 hour.
3Add the chitosan sachet and stir.
4Refit the lid and leave to clear - usually 48 hours to 2 weeks.
Good to know: Contains chitosan, which is usually made from crustacean shells - not suitable for those with a shellfish allergy or vegans.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do two-part finings work?
Part one (kieselsol) binds the haze particles; part two (chitosan) makes them clump and sink.
How long do they take?
Usually 48 hours, but up to 2 weeks for stubborn hazes. See our guide to how long a wine kit takes.
Are they vegan?
No - chitosan is usually made from crustacean shells. Use bentonite for a vegan option.