The WinePod: High Tech Tool For Do-It-Yourself "Vintners"
The idea of being able to make your own wine[s] certainly is tempting and with the assistance of the new Winepod and Winecoach software there is the possibility to produce some professional results from your very own kitchen. Of course there is the minor issue of cost and the Winepod which is available on pre-order will set you back $2000 and then you will have to arrange the delivery of grapes which will not be shipped out of the USA this year. 'The WinePod is a new domestic device for artisan winemaking – a micro winery just being readied for launch and seeking international distributors and we see this as a winner because it is just sooooo sophisticated.
The insulated, self-cleaning, fully computerised, three foot tall, metallic urn-shaped appliance includes everything required to make 75 litres of the wine of your choice and is above all, easy to use. It wirelessly connects to your PC/Mac, which monitors Brix, pH and temperature to keep things happening exactly as they should and the WineCoach software mentors you through the wine-making process to obtain the best results for the particular variety of grapes you choose.'
Source: Gizmag