Red Wines Made From Kits
BAROLO
One of the cherished Italian wines -- deep in colour, high in tannin, full bodied and robust with black fruit flavours.
BERGAMAIS*
This lively red 'nouveau style' wine is typically consumed young and is at its best when served slightly chilled.
BORDAILLES*
Ripe black currant overtones. Rich, soft medium body.
BOURGERON*
Pinot Noir style, full body, hint of black cherry.
BRUNELLO
Big, rich flavours are complimented by intense aromas of licorice, coffee, cedar and blackberry.
CABERNET FRANC
A full-bodied Bordeaux-style red wine that has smoky aromas and flavours of red fruits, purple flowers, and green herbs.
CABERNET SAUVIGNON
This famous red wine is deep in colour with a bold tannic character. Berry and black currant flavours.
CABERNET/MERLOT
Warm, full bodied, with a berry bouquet.
CARMENÈRE
This grape is often confused with Merlot but its aromas and flavours are distinct with characteristics of red fruits and fresh herbs.
CAVIGNAC*
Deep fruit, tannic.
CHAT DORMANT*
Lovely flavour of black fruits and very tannic. Wonderful structure on the palate.
CHIANTI
Lively, fruity and well rounded.
CLOS MINIER*
Rich dark red colour with a lingering finish of blackcurrant and cherries. Tastes full, well rounded, mellow, with a fine balance.
COTEAU ROYAL*
Dark fruity aromas and excellent balance. A full-body flavour.
COTEAU SUR MER*
Moderately full-bodied. Ripe tannins provide ample structure.
DOLCETTO
Light bodied, dry red wine with flavours of berry fruit.
DOMAINE DES BRUMES*
Pronounced fruit flavour and enticing bouquet of berries.
GRENACHE
Often used in blends this wine offers spicy rich fruit flavours of strawberry, raspberry and cherries.
JERMILLON*
Deeply fruited with ripe berry fruits. Moderately full-bodied palate with a supple, ripe texture.
LAALSY*
Sweetly-fruited on the attack with a moderately full body.
LA FLUTEE*
Full flavour with red fruits.
MALBEC
The least known of the Bordeaux grapes. This wine is usually low in acidity, high in tannins, and has an inky-black colour. Aromas and flavours of red plums, black currants and dried cherries are common.
MERLOT
Smooth with blackberry and black currant flavours.
MONTEPULCIANO
Deep coloured, rich red wine with spicy, fruity flavours. Smooth and mellow.
MOURVEDRE
Wines from the Mourvèdre grape have notes of rich blackberries, pepper, leather and fresh herbs.
NEBBIOLO
The Nebbiolo grape produces a sturdy, dry, full-bodied wine with higher tannins and acid. A bouquet of violets and chocolate is complimented with strong fruit flavours of raspberries and licorice.
PETIT VERDOT
Hardy wines that are rich in colour, tannin and alcohol. On the palate they are spicy, tannic and richly extracted.
PINOTAGE
Flavours of pepper, black fruits, spiciness and acetone are quite common for this native of South Africa.
PINOT NOIR
An elegant, dry wine with aromas of raspberry and cherry. Rich in complexity with velvety flavours full of spices and fruit.
RIOJA TINTO
Spain's answer to Chianti, this deeply coloured wine has concentrated fruit with a medium body. Soft and mellow with moderate tannins.
SANGIOVESE
Well-balanced, full bodied red with cherry fruit overtones. High in acid, low to medium tannins and medium colour intensity.
SHIRAZ or SYRAH
Known as Syrah in France and Europe this grape took off in Australia where it is known as Shiraz (New World). Wines are often dark, full-bodied and tannic with aromas of blackcurrant, cedar and mixed spice.
SUPERTSUCAN (popular blend)
This powerful blend of traditional Italian grapes and traditional French grapes produces a wine that is rich in flavours and aromas of black fruits, spice, vanilla, plum, leather and raisin.
TEMPRANILLO
The major red grape of Spain has flavours of strawberry and spices.
TOURNE-VENT*
Rich wine with a firm spicy character.
VAL-DE-GRACE*
Warm oak aroma and deep, full-bodied flavour.
VAL-DU-DOMAINE*
Light medium body.
VALPOLICELLA
This ruby red wine is fresh, dry and ready to be consumed early. Full, rich fruit flavours.
VIEUX CHATEAU DU ROI*
Full-bodied, yet soft and quick to mature.
ZINFANDEL
A bold zesty wine with flavours of blackberry.
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White Wines Made From Kits
ANJILLE*
Sweet to semi -weet wine with an aroma of ripe fruit.
BOURGERON*
Rich, buttery with medium body. Crisp, clean finish.
BORDAILLES*
Elegant, dry and complex. Mild, smooth taste with velvety, fruity nose.
BRISE-DE-MERS*
Dry, medium body, refreshing fruit taste, light bouquet.
CHAMBLAISE*
Clean, refreshing and crisp. Essentially dry, but with a floral character and a full intensity of fruit.
CHARDONNAY
Full of ripe fruit with an underlying hint of oak if desired. A medium bodied wine with smooth flavours of ripe apple.
CHENIN BLANC
Acidic wine that can range from dry to sweet with flavours of pear and apple.
CLAIRVAL*
Well rounded, long, dry finish. FRENCH COLOMBARD
This crowd pleaser is smooth and soft with a clean, dry flavour. Able to be consumed young.
FLEUR DE BLANC*
Off-dry and moderately full-bodied palate with a fruity finish.
FRASCATI
This crisp and tasty white is alive with aromas and flavours of tart apple, tangy citrus and almond and floral notes.
GEWÜRTRAMINER
Distinctive white wine with a bold, floral bouquet and spicy citrus fruit flavours.
HOCK
A light bodied Riesling wine with an aromatic bouquet and crisp flavour. Enjoy dry or slightly sweetened.
IVOIRE BLANC*
Features moderate fruity flavours with a clean and fresh finish.
LIEBFRAUMILCH
Light, fruity, slightly sweet with a delicate bouquet.
MANOIR BLANC*
Light bodied, pleasant and slightly fruity.
MUSETTE*
Tangy and mellow, this wine bursts with apricot, peach, honey-raisin flavours.
NIERSTEINE
Flowery bouquet, complex fruit with a soft and delicate finish. This wine is best when slightly sweetened.
PIESPORTER
A fragrant bouquet with refreshing delicate lush flavours accented by hints of honey.
PINOT GRIGIO
A majestically soft, dry white wine that is low in acid with slight peach flavours.
PINOT BLANC
A medium bodied, delicate wine with an elegant soft flavour and velvety fragrance. The white counterpart of the popular Pinot Noir.
PINOT CHARDONNAY
Clean, crisp and dry. Complex flinty taste is complimented by a delicate floral aroma.
RIESLING
Smooth, full-bodied table wine with a soothing citrus bouquet. Snappy acid compliments many spicy foods.
RUISSEAU BLANC*
Delicate, pale, refreshing.
SAUVIGNON BLANC
A dry, medium-bodied delicate wine that is growing in popularity. Smooth and full flavoured with subtle grassy, herbal aromas.
SOAVE
Fresh, fragrant and well balanced.
WHITE ZINFANDEL
Serve chilled, this beautiful blush coloured wine boasts subtle raspberry and strawberry flavours.
VERDICCHIO
This yellow-green grape produces a crisp and dry white wine with an elegant aroma and flavour.
VIOGNIER
Dry white wine with good structure that has an aroma of perfume. |
