Fortification Calculator
Calculate spirit additions, sweet reserve blending, and integrated port-style fortification targets.
Fortification
Solve the spirit addition needed to raise wine to a target ABV.
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Results
Spirit Addition
10.17 gal
77.0% spirit
Final Volume
110.17 gal
After fortification
Spirit Share
9.2%
Share of the final blend
Method
Pearson / mass balance
Straight fortification solve
Add 10.17 gal of 77.0% spirit to raise the wine from 12.0 to 18.0% ABV.
| Spirit addition | 10.17 gal |
|---|---|
| Final volume | 110.17 gal |
Warnings
Blend slowly and confirm the realized ABV analytically after homogenization.