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Below is a list of all of the wine kits we offer for sale. For most of the wines, we have also added a description of the wine and suggested food pairings. For those wine without that information, we are still trying to find the appropriate information. As we find it and as we add more wines, we will update this page. If you have any information you would like to see added to the page, please send us an email.

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Variety Type Description Food Pairings
Amarone Classico Red Unique to the Valpolicella region of Italy, our Amarone is packed with rich raspberry, blackberry and cassis flavours. Deep, dark and inviting, the finish is long, lingering and full of ripe tannins. N/A
Barolo Red This is a full-bodied wine with high tannins and a rich flavor. Plum and berry flavors add complexity. This wine needs additional aging to soften the tannins, but the wait is well worth it. rack of lamb, roast pork, steak, beef stew, pasta with sun-dried tomatoes
Bella Bianco White Extraordinarily rich, buttery aromas and flavours are balanced by lush, tropical fruit and full oak character. chicken, creamy pasta, rich seafood like salmon or lobster
Bergamais (Beaujolais) Red This wine is made in a fruity style ideal for early consumption. Medium colored and medium bodied, the wine features flavors of raspberry and cassets accompanied by an aroma of bell peppers. It is low in tannins and soft on the palate. Served slightly chilled, its fruitiness is heightened. This is an easy drinking red wine suitable for many occasions. Finger foods and apetizers
Black Cherry Pinot Noir Fruit Wine N/A N/A
Blackberry Merlot Fruit Wine Reward your passion for intense exotic flavours with this garnet coloured red wine. Colourful tastes of juicy blackberries and ripe currants make this wine just the thing for warming up an evening with good friends N/A
Bourgeron (Burgundy) Red This pleasant wine has a bouquet of sweet cherries accompanied by dusty tannins, which produces a lingering flavor. Medium in color, dry and crisp in the mouth, this is an early-drinking red wine with the rich flavors to complement a wide variety of foods. Red meats, cheese dishes, ham and smoked salmon
Cabernet Sauvignon Red This is perhaps the most famous of the grape varietals in the world. California's best red wines often are made of this grape, which is surprisingly easy to grow and make into wine. Great Cabs have bouquets with traces of cassis, blackberry, cedar, butterscotch, green peppers, chocolate, cocoa, leather, etc. rich red meats, pastas, barbecued or grilled chicken
Cabernet Sauvignon/Merlot Blend Red The soft character of Merlot is the perfect foil for Cabernet's intensity, resulting in a smooth, lightly oaked wine, with the fullness of ripe berries. prime rib, roast duck, pasta with meat sauces, braised chicken breasts
Cabernet Sauvignon/Shiraz Blend Red A deep red wine with a classic blackcurrant flavour and a unique spicy overtone. It successfully combines the structure of the noble Cabernet Sauvignon and the texture of the Shiraz. lamb cutlets, sausages, veal scaloppini
Calypso BIanco Fruit Mist Fruit N/A N/A
Chamblaise (Chablis) White This full-bodied wine is smooth, clean and well balanced. It usually has a Chardonnay base, with complementary varieties added for complexity. It is a clean wine with citrus and melon flavors and a lingering aftertaste. Due to its crowd-pleasing nature, it is the perfect wedding wine. cold chicken, pasta salad, cracked crab, picnic sandwiches
Chardonnay White Often called the "King of the White Varietals," Chardonnay has never been more popular among wine consumers. Chardonnay can have flavors like ripe apples, pineapples, mangoes, pears, peaches, melons, vanilla, butter and caramel. It can be blended with French Colombard, Chenin Blanc, or Semillon. scallops and oysters, cracked crab, smoked chicken
Chardonnay/Semillon Blend White Blending the Semillon grape with the Chardonnay gives a wine with more aroma and less acidity than the Chardonnay by itself. pasta with cream sauce, quiche, salmon, Thai food
Chat Dormant Red An earthy, dark, red wine with medium body, a velvety texture and the aroma of blackberries and cherries. N/A
Chenin Blanc White This refreshing wine is clean, crisp and dry. Originally from the Loire region of France, it now flourishes in California. This versatile wine can be made in a soft sweet style or crisp and dry. It is always fruity with a distinctive bouquet of apples and honey. Fish, white meats and medium cheeses or served as an aperitif.
Chianti Red Native to the Tuscany region of Italy, this luscious wine is admired for its rich, velvety fruitiness, subtly accented with oak. grilled peppers, lasagna, pasta with clams
Chilean Cabernet Merlot Syrah Red N/A N/A
Coteau Royal Red The ideal bistro wine-best enjoyed young. The soft red hue gives way to a taste experience redolent with overtones of ripe fruit and cherry berry. A touch of tannin gives this wine a pleasant finish. N/A
Coteau Sur Mer Red This well-balanced wine is both rich and complex. Soft on the palate, it tastes of plum and blackcurrant, with a hint of chocolate. N/A
Cranberry Chianti Fruit Wine The crisp taste of fresh cranberries is harmoniously blended with the fruity, velvety richness of Chianti in this sweet, plum- red wine. Its robust, yet elegant, sweet berry flavours make it the perfect poolside companion. N/A
Cranberry Shiraz Sweet N/A N/A
Domaine-des-Brumes Red A medium-bodied, dry red wine with the taste and aroma of soft, ripe berries. N/A
French Colombard White Enjoy this wine in its youth. Aromas of fresh fruit prevail while, on the palate, the wine tastes crisp and clean. A nice touch of acidity carries the wine to a long finish. This is an easy-drinking white wine with a lot of character and complexity. Fish and poultry
Fume Blanc White This smoky white marries Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon producing a dry, lightly oaked wine, with a soft, herbal bouquet. N/A
Gewürztraminer White This wine is light straw in color, with aromas of spice and cloves. It is well balanced with a long, tingling finish. Very spice, the wine offers a frontal attack on your taste buds. When well aged, it becomes truly distinctive. Historically popular in Alsace, France, this wine's spiciness compliments a variety of culinary specialties. Asian, Thai, Cajun and Mexican foods
Grande Shiraz Red This massive wine bursts with ripe berries and bold layers of oak. Its incredible rich, deep colour and full body explode with jammy, vibrant fruit. N/A
Grande Vieux Chat Du Roi Red A complex blend of varietals, the heartiest rich wine of our collection is extremely dark in colour and tannic in flavour, with a hint of plum and excellent aging potential. N/A
Grande Vieux Chateau du Roi Red A complex blend of varietals, the heartiest rich wine of our collection is extremely dark in colour and tannic in flavour, with a hint of plum and excellent aging potential. N/A
Green Apple Reisling Fruit Wine This popular pale straw- coloured wine is intensely flavourful, reminiscent of a freshlycut green apple. The pleasant soft acidity and luscious, fruity aroma of this crisp refresher make it perfect for a hot summer day. N/A
Grenache Syrah Mourvedre Red N/A N/A
Ice Wine - Blush Sweet This nectar is full of peach and tropical fruit with a perfectly balanced, honey-like sweetness. N/A
Ice Wine - Red Sweet Deep rich garnet in colour, this Red Ice Style Wine-Kit is perfectly balanced with crisp acidity and sweetness. This unique one-of-a-kind dessert wine hits a home run with the serious red wine drinker. With forward Pinot Noir-like berry character, Red Ice Style Wine-Kit will compliment your best dessert, especially chocolate. N/A
Ice Wine - Traditional Sweet The benchmark of Ice Style Wine-Kits, it will produce a wine rich and viscous, loaded with flavours of apricot, peach and honey. Serve well chilled with your finest desserts, or as the dessert itself. N/A
Jermillon Red An elegant, medium-bodied red wine that has smooth, soft berry undertones melding with a medium oakey flavour. N/A
Johannisberg Riesling White Fruity yet floral, this German-style wine has a clean, tart flavor. Although light in color, it boasts a full-bodied texture. Slight oaking of this wine brings out an exciting bouquet and flavor. Usually served dry, it can be sweetened without disturbing the overall quality. prawns, crab, scallops, lobster, Chinese food
Kiwi Gewürztraminer Fruit Wine N/A N/A
Liebfraumilch White This wine is easy to make and provides a delightful blend of Rieslings with a fruity aroma and clean taste. It is well balances as either a dry crisp wine or a medium sweet wine. This wine is best enjoyed young (within 1 year of bottling). Asian, Thai and Mexican dishes
Malbec Red This almost black grape produces a rustic, medium-bodied red wine. Best served with hearty meats such as beef and lamb.
Merlot Red Merlot is the most important grape varietal grown in Bordeaux and forms the backbone of many "meritage" (Bordeaux-style) blends. It is similar to Cabernet Sauvignon, but displays more fruity than herbaceous or vegetal character. Produces supple and richly coloured wines with a nutmeg spiciness and plummy fruitiness. Blends well with Cabernet Sauvignon and is ideal for early drinking. roast lamb with rosemary, duck à l'orange, pheasant in cream sauce, beef stew
Montepulciano Red Montepulciano is a robust, flavourful dry red wine that goes well with a variety of foods. This ruby red wine with hints of plums and earthy notes is low in tannin giving it a soft finish. Moderate oaking enhances the character. N/A
Musette (Moselle) White An aromatic, German-style wine that is soft and spicy. N/A
Niersteiner White A soft, crisp, dry white wine with just a hint of fruit. This light-bodied wine is perfect with light meals. N/A
Peach Chardonnay Fruit Wine The luscious scent of ripe peaches explodes from this exceptionally crisp, flavourful wine. It blends the varietal notes of Chardonnay with the natural sweetness of juicy peaches. Pale straw in colour, this wine is a natural addition to a lazy afternoon by the lake, oran evening barbecue N/A
Petite Sirah Red Petite Sirah is not related to Syrah/Shiraz. It has a deep, dark color with jamminess and good acidity. pasta
Piesporter White A soft, light-bodied, refreshing wine that is fruity and off-dry. A good aperitif wine. N/A
Pinot Chardonnay White This full-bodied wine will please the sophisticated palate with its crisp, green apple bouquet and hearty, deep flavor. It is one of the finest wines on the market, if you value depth. Oaking is necessary to bring out the natural vanilla aroma. This wine improves with age. Shellfish and chicken
Pinot Grigio White This brown colored grape has become very successful in Oregon. It produces a dry and crisp white wine with a heady feel and rich in spice flavors. It is also known as Pinot Gris. Fish, grilled chicken, veal scalopine and pasta in cream sauces
Pinot Noir Red Pinot Noir has become a sort of Holy Grail for winemakers of late. It is a very difficult wine to get right and very tough to describe. With an aroma of raspberries or strawberries, it can be full-bodied but is never heavy like Cabernet. Pinot Noir is an elegant grape that take a lifetime to make well. nut loaf, breast of veal, Italian meat loaf, roast leg of lamb
Port Sweet Steeped in tradition, Port is one of the most comforting drinks in the world. As an end to a perfect meal, a nightcap or enjoyed with blue cheese and crackers, this wine is a classic. Ritual serving methods involving Port still linger in Clubs and at Regimental dinners, reflecting images of a bygone era. N/A
Raspberry White Zin Fruit Wine This blush wine offers the succulent, mouth- watering flavors of sweet, ripe raspberries blended gracefully with the delectable refreshing character of a White Zinfandel. A ``must have`` for picnics and other casual social events. N/A
Red Bordailles (Bordeaux) Red This wine is medium in colour, clean and refreshing in the mouth with flavours of raspberry and cassis accompanied by an aroma of bell pepper. N/A
Riesling White The soft, yet strong nose of peaches, apricots, lemons, and honey can be detected in this fresh and delicious wine. It is ready to drink while young but can develop beautifully with age. Riesling makes wonderful sweet as well as dry wines - all aromatic and lush in aroma and flavor. N/A
Riesling Traminer White Two famous German wines blended into one kit! The fresh, crisp Riesling combined with the exotic spiciness of Gewürztraminer makes a round and well-balanced wine. Riesling-Traminer is a dry, full wine with aromas of peach, apricot and nutmeg. N/A
Rosso Grande Red An intense wine, it boasts a deep ruby-garnet colour and spicy oak aroma. Bursting with vibrant flavours of ripe berries and black cherries, Rosso Grande is a dry, powerful wine with finesse and elegance. hearty red meat dishes, sharp cheeses (Stilton, aged Cheddar, blue cheese)
Ruisseau Blanc White Made from Chardonnay, this subtly oaked, medium-bodied wine features a clean flavour and crisp finish. N/A
Ruisseau Blanc(c) White Made from Chardonnay, this subtly oaked, medium-bodied wine features a clean flavour and crisp finish. mild cheeses, fresh shellfish, poultry, roasted pork
Ruisseau Blanc© White Made from Chardonnay, this subtly oaked, medium-bodied wine features a clean flavour and crisp finish. N/A
Sake Other N/A N/A
Sangiovese Red The superstar of the Tuscan winemaking scene, Sangiovese takes a long, warm growing season to produce the best fruit, redolent of truffles, blackberries and black currants. N/A
Sangiovese/Merlot Red This Super Tuscan wine is richly full-body with an intense bouquet of juicy raspberries and toasted oak. This deep ruby colored wine delivers an intensely earthy taste that is balanced by layers of dark plummy fruit, delicate hints of vanilla and wel-intergrated, modest tannins. N/A
Sauvignon Blanc White This wine has an aroma that is grassy, herbaceous and citrus. It flavor is crisp, bracing of apples, lemons, and grapefruit. It is often fermented cold and not barrel aged. poultry, fish, spicy sausages, fresh tomato and basil salad
Semillon White A soft, smooth flavor with some herbal spiciness characterizes this wine. It is a good grape to blend with Sauvignon Blanc or Chardonnay. N/A
Sherry Sweet Sherry is ideal as an aperitif, enjoyable with meals, and satisfying as an after-dinner drink. Its delightful flavour is a welcomed addition to cooking, especially oriental cuisine. Unleash your imagination and let our new Sherry Style wine-kit enhance your dining pleasure. N/A
Shiraz Red The Syrah (Shiraz) grape originated in Asia Minor where it was called the "Shiraz" grape, as it still is by the Australians. Syrah makes up the primary red wines of the Rhone Valley of France. Deep, dark, opaque, burnt purple color. It has an sroma that's intensely spicy with overtones of tar, and fresh jam. A flavor that is peppery-rich. grilled ribs, lamb souvlaki, steak, spaghetti bolognaise
Soave White Light and delicate, with a slight nutty flavour, you will enjoy the perfect balance of fresh fruit and crisp acidity. This wine is best consumed young. N/A
South African Pinotage Cabernet Red N/A N/A
Spanish Rioja Red It is made typically from the tempranillo grape in the Rioja wine region of Spain. N/A
Strawberry Riesling Fruit Wine This light refreshing wine offers the delightfully sweet aroma of fresh- picked field strawberries blended with a rich melange of honey, tropical fruit and floral Riesling flavours. Try it chilled for added invigorating freshness N/A
Strawberry White Zinfandel Fruit Wine N/A N/A
Tempranillo Red This medium to full-bodied red wine has pronounced sweet vanilla aromas with flavors of cherries, currants and coconuts. One of Spain's classic grape varieties, Tempranillo is blessed with bright color, fresh penetrating aroma, light on the palat and of medium alcohol content. Finger foods, light pasta, ham and veal
Valpolicella Red Valpolicella is a delicate, nutty-scented, slightly bitter-tasting wine from the Veneto region of Italy. It is light, fruity and enjoyable when young. It is an excellent every-day wine. pasta with meat sauce, chicken cacciaatore, tandoori chicken
Verdicchio White A medium-bodied, refreshing, classic Italian-style white wine with a delicate aroma and clean, dry character. N/A
Vieux Chateau Du Roi Red A complex blend of grapes is used to create this rich, tannic wine. Definitely a wine you'll want to oak. N/A
White Bordailles (Bordeaux) White A dry, medium-bodied, French-style white wine with citrus and herbal notes, and medium oak. N/A
White Bourgeron (Burgundy) White A dry, medium-bodied wine with a robust fruitiness. N/A
White Zinfandel White This grape produces a light blush wine made in California. The red Zinfandel grapes are quickly separated from their skins during crushing and fermentation that results in a very light pink wine. White Zinfandels are made in a sweet style to balance with the high acidity. poached fish, fruit, chicken salad, desserts
Zinfandel Red Zinfandel is one of the most popular grapes grown in California and is known for its robust tannins, well-rounded aromas and lush flavors. It has a deep red-purple color, along with a berry-like, jammy-intense, spicy characteristic. beef teriyaki, melon, fruit salad, cheese

 
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