For treatment of barrels to remove excess tannin. Required usage of 1 pound per every 5 gallons of hot water. 50 gallon barrel will require 10 lbs of Barolkleen. New barrels need to be treated in the following way:
* Fill the barrel with a solution of Barolkleen mixed to a strength of 1 pound to every 5 gallons of hot water & leave for at least 48 hours.
* Drain the barrel & flush it with clean water until water runs clear from the barrel.
* Mix a solution of two ounces of sodium metabisulfite & one ounce of citric acid in two gallons of warm water and pour this solution into the barrel. Roll it around so it comes in contact with all interior surfaces.
* Drain the sulphite solution, rinse the barrel well & immediately fill with wine.
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