Jack for tipping a Cask.
Fig. 17.
Fork for tipping a Cask.
The fork ([fig. 17]) is used in the same way, being lengthened by means of the screw. [Fig. 18] represents another contrivance for the same purpose.
If only one man is employed, a lever supported above the cask by two legs straddling it, and forming the fulcrum, the rear end provided with a hook which hooks under the chime, and the other end extending forward beyond the front, may be used ([fig. 19]). The workman, by bearing down on the lever, or by pulling the strap at the end, tips the cask forward. When the wine has nearly all run out, it should frequently be examined by holding a small quantity to the light in a small, thin glass, and as soon as the slightest appearance of lees presents itself, the operation should cease, and none of the muddy wine should be poured into the other cask. This method has its advantages, in that the first appearance of cloudiness can be detected, for the liquid is always under the eye of the operator, but it has the disadvantage of greatly exposing the wine to the air.
Fig. 18.
Implement for tipping a Cask.
Fig. 19.