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Red

 
Varietal/Style
Region/Style
Profile

Different types of winemaking practices can affect the outcome of your wine. The chart below is a guideline for how we describe the profiles of our finished wines. Refer to tasting notes for each wine's profile.

OAK BODY SWEETNESS
U - UNOAKED
L - LIGHT
M - MEDIUM
H - HEAVY
L - LIGHT
M - MEDIUM
F - FULL
D - DRY
O - OFF-DRY
S - SWEET
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Alcohol %

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

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Cabernet Sauvignon
 
D | M | M 
*%
Varietal/Style: Cabernet Sauvignon
Profile: |D | M | M
Cabernet Sauvignon Style
Weeks 4
Varietal Cabernet Sauvignon
Sweetness Dry
Oak Medium
Body Medium
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Cabernet Sauvignon Style

A hint of violet is present in the bouquet, typical of this variety. It’s superbly enhanced with the addition of oak, and while it can be drunk young, it also ages well.

Food Pairings

Great with roasted vegetable pizza, or roasted chicken and mushroom sauce.

Merlot
 
D | M | M 
*%
Varietal/Style: Merlot
Profile: |D | M | M
Merlot Style
Weeks 4
Varietal Merlot
Sweetness Dry
Oak Medium
Body Medium
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Merlot Style

A smooth, rich wine medium-dark in colour with notes of blackberry and currants. A hint of green olive in the bouquet will pleasantly surprise and delight you.

Food Pairings

Serve with homemade hamburgers or roasted chicken with thyme and onion.

Pinot Noir
 
D | M | M 
*%
Varietal/Style: Pinot Noir
Profile: |D | M | M
Pinot Noir Style
Weeks 4
Varietal Pinot Noir
Sweetness Dry
Oak Medium
Body Medium
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Pinot Noir Style

The soft texture and dark colour of this wine complement the flavours of berry fruit, with a subtle raspberry undertone. An approachable yet still sophisticated red wine.

Food Pairings

Try with butternut squash soup or chicken with raisins and pine nuts.

Vieux Château du Roi
 
D | M | M 
*%
Varietal/Style: Vieux Château du Roi
Profile: |D | M | M
Vieux Château du Roi
Weeks 4
Varietal Vieux Château du Roi
Sweetness Dry
Oak Medium
Body Medium
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Vieux Château du Roi

A complex blend of grape varietals, this rich wine is dark in colour and high in tannin, leaving a hint of plum on the palate.

Food Pairings

Tastes great with lasagna and pesto, or spaghetti and meaballs.

Sangiovese Merlot
 
D | M | M 
*%
Varietal/Style: Sangiovese
Merlot
Profile: |D | M | M
Sangiovese Merlot Style
Weeks 4
Varietal Sangiovese
Merlot
Sweetness Dry
Oak Medium
Body Medium
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Sangiovese Merlot Style

Aggressive in nature, it is crisp, clean and spicy with a subtle black pepper flavour. A perfect match for tomato-based Italian food.

Food Pairings

Enjoy with Caesar salad and meatballs or a hearty pasta dish.

Shiraz
 
D | M | F 
*%
Varietal/Style: Syrah/Shiraz
Profile: |D | M | F
Shiraz Style
Weeks 4
Varietal Syrah/Shiraz
Sweetness Dry
Oak Medium
Body Full
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Shiraz Style

Well-balanced with lively aromas of black pepper, plums and toasted oak. A favourite dinner companion, the palate features chewy tannins that lead up to an elegant finish.

Food Pairings

Try with a meat lover's pizza or grilled steak.

Malbec
 
D | M | M 
*%
Varietal/Style: Malbec
Profile: |D | M | M
Malbec Style
Weeks 4
Varietal Malbec
Sweetness Dry
Oak Medium
Body Medium
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Malbec Style

This popular rustic red wine has a soft, rich texture, silky tannins and fills your palate with ripe plums, currants, cherries, and red berries.

Food Pairings

Enjoy with spaghetti and meatballs or beef burritos.

Bergamais
 
D | U | M 
*%
Varietal/Style: Bergamais
Profile: |D | U | M
Bergamais
Weeks 4
Varietal Bergamais
Sweetness Dry
Oak Unoaked
Body Medium
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Bergamais

A fresh wine best consumed in its youth. Cherries and plums fill the nose while sweet cherry follows through to the palate, where it lingers gracefully.

Food Pairings

Serve with spare ribs and BBQ sauce or roasted chicken and peppers.

Valpola
 
D | M | M 
*%
Varietal/Style: Valpola
Profile: |D | M | M
Valpola
Weeks 4
Varietal Valpola
Sweetness Dry
Oak Medium
Body Medium
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Valpola

An intense, deep-coloured red wine boasting a velvety yet fruity flavour with a long, lingering finish. Aging will only add to the complexity of this food-friendly wine.

Food Pairings

Pairs well with ground turkey burgers or pepperoni pizza.

Rosso Superiore
 
D | M | M 
*%
Varietal/Style: Cabernet Sauvignon
Valpola
Profile: |D | M | M
Rosso Superiore
Weeks 4
Varietal Cabernet Sauvignon
Valpola
Sweetness Dry
Oak Medium
Body Medium
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Rosso Superiore

Deep in colour, high in tannin, robust and intense on the palate with earthy notes of mushroom and black fruit. Pair it with your favourite grilled meats.

Food Pairings

Pair with a prime rib roast or creamy mushroom lasagna.

Merlot
 
D | M | M 
*%
Varietal/Style: Merlot
Profile: |D | M | M
Merlot Style
Weeks 4
Varietal Merlot
Sweetness Dry
Oak Medium
Body Medium
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Merlot Style

A smooth, rich wine medium-dark in colour with notes of blackberry and currants. A hint of green olive in the bouquet will pleasantly surprise and delight you.

Food Pairings

Serve with homemade hamburgers or roasted chicken with thyme and onion.

Pinot Noir
 
D | M | M 
*%
Varietal/Style: Pinot Noir
Profile: |D | M | M
Pinot Noir Style
Weeks 4
Varietal Pinot Noir
Sweetness Dry
Oak Medium
Body Medium
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Pinot Noir Style

The soft texture and dark colour of this wine complement the flavours of berry fruit, with a subtle raspberry undertone. An approachable yet still sophisticated red wine.

Food Pairings

Try with butternut squash soup or chicken with raisins and pine nuts.

Vieux Château du Roi
 
D | M | M 
*%
Varietal/Style: Vieux Château du Roi
Profile: |D | M | M
Vieux Château du Roi
Weeks 4
Varietal Vieux Château du Roi
Sweetness Dry
Oak Medium
Body Medium
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Vieux Château du Roi

A complex blend of grape varietals, this rich wine is dark in colour and high in tannin, leaving a hint of plum on the palate.

Food Pairings

Tastes great with lasagna and pesto, or spaghetti and meaballs.

Sangiovese Merlot
 
D | M | M 
*%
Varietal/Style: Sangiovese
Merlot
Profile: |D | M | M
Sangiovese Merlot Style
Weeks 4
Varietal Sangiovese
Merlot
Sweetness Dry
Oak Medium
Body Medium
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Sangiovese Merlot Style

Aggressive in nature, it is crisp, clean and spicy with a subtle black pepper flavour. A perfect match for tomato-based Italian food.

Food Pairings

Enjoy with Caesar salad and meatballs or a hearty pasta dish.

Shiraz
 
D | M | F 
*%
Varietal/Style: Syrah/Shiraz
Profile: |D | M | F
Shiraz Style
Weeks 4
Varietal Syrah/Shiraz
Sweetness Dry
Oak Medium
Body Full
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Shiraz Style

Well-balanced with lively aromas of black pepper, plums and toasted oak. A favourite dinner companion, the palate features chewy tannins that lead up to an elegant finish.

Food Pairings

Try with a meat lover's pizza or grilled steak.

Malbec
 
D | M | M 
*%
Varietal/Style: Malbec
Profile: |D | M | M
Malbec Style
Weeks 4
Varietal Malbec
Sweetness Dry
Oak Medium
Body Medium
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Malbec Style

This popular rustic red wine has a soft, rich texture, silky tannins and fills your palate with ripe plums, currants, cherries, and red berries.

Food Pairings

Enjoy with spaghetti and meatballs or beef burritos.

Bergamais
 
D | U | M 
*%
Varietal/Style: Bergamais
Profile: |D | U | M
Bergamais
Weeks 4
Varietal Bergamais
Sweetness Dry
Oak Unoaked
Body Medium
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Bergamais

A fresh wine best consumed in its youth. Cherries and plums fill the nose while sweet cherry follows through to the palate, where it lingers gracefully.

Food Pairings

Serve with spare ribs and BBQ sauce or roasted chicken and peppers.

Valpola
 
D | M | M 
*%
Varietal/Style: Valpola
Profile: |D | M | M
Valpola
Weeks 4
Varietal Valpola
Sweetness Dry
Oak Medium
Body Medium
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Valpola

An intense, deep-coloured red wine boasting a velvety yet fruity flavour with a long, lingering finish. Aging will only add to the complexity of this food-friendly wine.

Food Pairings

Pairs well with ground turkey burgers or pepperoni pizza.

Rosso Superiore
 
D | M | M 
*%
Varietal/Style: Cabernet Sauvignon
Valpola
Profile: |D | M | M
Rosso Superiore
Weeks 4
Varietal Cabernet Sauvignon
Valpola
Sweetness Dry
Oak Medium
Body Medium
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Rosso Superiore

Deep in colour, high in tannin, robust and intense on the palate with earthy notes of mushroom and black fruit. Pair it with your favourite grilled meats.

Food Pairings

Pair with a prime rib roast or creamy mushroom lasagna.

Cabernet Sauvignon
 
D | M | M 
*%
Varietal/Style: Cabernet Sauvignon
Profile: |D | M | M
Cabernet Sauvignon Style
Weeks 4
Varietal Cabernet Sauvignon
Sweetness Dry
Oak Medium
Body Medium
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Cabernet Sauvignon Style

A hint of violet is present in the bouquet, typical of this variety. It’s superbly enhanced with the addition of oak, and while it can be drunk young, it also ages well.

Food Pairings

Great with roasted vegetable pizza, or roasted chicken and mushroom sauce.

Merlot
 
D | M | M 
*%
Varietal/Style: Merlot
Profile: |D | M | M
Merlot Style
Weeks 4
Varietal Merlot
Sweetness Dry
Oak Medium
Body Medium
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Merlot Style

A smooth, rich wine medium-dark in colour with notes of blackberry and currants. A hint of green olive in the bouquet will pleasantly surprise and delight you.

Food Pairings

Serve with homemade hamburgers or roasted chicken with thyme and onion.

Pinot Noir
 
D | M | M 
*%
Varietal/Style: Pinot Noir
Profile: |D | M | M
Pinot Noir Style
Weeks 4
Varietal Pinot Noir
Sweetness Dry
Oak Medium
Body Medium
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Pinot Noir Style

The soft texture and dark colour of this wine complement the flavours of berry fruit, with a subtle raspberry undertone. An approachable yet still sophisticated red wine.

Food Pairings

Try with butternut squash soup or chicken with raisins and pine nuts.

Vieux Château du Roi
 
D | M | M 
*%
Varietal/Style: Vieux Château du Roi
Profile: |D | M | M
Vieux Château du Roi
Weeks 4
Varietal Vieux Château du Roi
Sweetness Dry
Oak Medium
Body Medium
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Vieux Château du Roi

A complex blend of grape varietals, this rich wine is dark in colour and high in tannin, leaving a hint of plum on the palate.

Food Pairings

Tastes great with lasagna and pesto, or spaghetti and meaballs.

Sangiovese Merlot
 
D | M | M 
*%
Varietal/Style: Sangiovese
Merlot
Profile: |D | M | M
Sangiovese Merlot Style
Weeks 4
Varietal Sangiovese
Merlot
Sweetness Dry
Oak Medium
Body Medium
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Sangiovese Merlot Style

Aggressive in nature, it is crisp, clean and spicy with a subtle black pepper flavour. A perfect match for tomato-based Italian food.

Food Pairings

Enjoy with Caesar salad and meatballs or a hearty pasta dish.

Shiraz
 
D | M | F 
*%
Varietal/Style: Syrah/Shiraz
Profile: |D | M | F
Shiraz Style
Weeks 4
Varietal Syrah/Shiraz
Sweetness Dry
Oak Medium
Body Full
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Shiraz Style

Well-balanced with lively aromas of black pepper, plums and toasted oak. A favourite dinner companion, the palate features chewy tannins that lead up to an elegant finish.

Food Pairings

Try with a meat lover's pizza or grilled steak.

Malbec
 
D | M | M 
*%
Varietal/Style: Malbec
Profile: |D | M | M
Malbec Style
Weeks 4
Varietal Malbec
Sweetness Dry
Oak Medium
Body Medium
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Malbec Style

This popular rustic red wine has a soft, rich texture, silky tannins and fills your palate with ripe plums, currants, cherries, and red berries.

Food Pairings

Enjoy with spaghetti and meatballs or beef burritos.

Bergamais
 
D | U | M 
*%
Varietal/Style: Bergamais
Profile: |D | U | M
Bergamais
Weeks 4
Varietal Bergamais
Sweetness Dry
Oak Unoaked
Body Medium
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Bergamais

A fresh wine best consumed in its youth. Cherries and plums fill the nose while sweet cherry follows through to the palate, where it lingers gracefully.

Food Pairings

Serve with spare ribs and BBQ sauce or roasted chicken and peppers.

Valpola
 
D | M | M 
*%
Varietal/Style: Valpola
Profile: |D | M | M
Valpola
Weeks 4
Varietal Valpola
Sweetness Dry
Oak Medium
Body Medium
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Valpola

An intense, deep-coloured red wine boasting a velvety yet fruity flavour with a long, lingering finish. Aging will only add to the complexity of this food-friendly wine.

Food Pairings

Pairs well with ground turkey burgers or pepperoni pizza.

Rosso Superiore
 
D | M | M 
*%
Varietal/Style: Cabernet Sauvignon
Valpola
Profile: |D | M | M
Rosso Superiore
Weeks 4
Varietal Cabernet Sauvignon
Valpola
Sweetness Dry
Oak Medium
Body Medium
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Rosso Superiore

Deep in colour, high in tannin, robust and intense on the palate with earthy notes of mushroom and black fruit. Pair it with your favourite grilled meats.

Food Pairings

Pair with a prime rib roast or creamy mushroom lasagna.

White

 
Varietal/Style
Region/Style
Profile

Different types of winemaking practices can affect the outcome of your wine. The chart below is a guideline for how we describe the profiles of our finished wines. Refer to tasting notes for each wine's profile.

OAK BODY SWEETNESS
U - UNOAKED
L - LIGHT
M - MEDIUM
H - HEAVY
L - LIGHT
M - MEDIUM
F - FULL
D - DRY
O - OFF-DRY
S - SWEET
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Alcohol %

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

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Riesling
 
D | U | L 
*%
Varietal/Style: Riesling
Profile: |D | U | L
Riesling Style
Weeks 4
Varietal Riesling
Sweetness Dry
Oak Unoaked
Body Light
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Riesling Style

Clean, crisp, and slightly fruity, this wine is full of fruit flavour with an intense and pleasing aroma. You will want to savour through to the last sip.

Food Pairings

Serve with buttery steamed bass or a cheese soufflé.

Sauvignon Blanc
 
D | U | M 
*%
Varietal/Style: Sauvignon Blanc
Profile: |D | U | M
Sauvignon Blanc Style
Weeks 4
Varietal Sauvignon Blanc
Sweetness Dry
Oak Unoaked
Body Medium
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Sauvignon Blanc Style

A clean, refreshing and food friendly white wine offering a light, fruity aroma with green, herbal flavours and a touch of mint.

Food Pairings

Serve with chicken and a fresh salad or shrimp and light pasta.

Chardonnay
 
D | M | M 
*%
Varietal/Style: Chardonnay
Profile: |D | M | M
Chardonnay Style
Weeks 4
Varietal Chardonnay
Sweetness Dry
Oak Medium
Body Medium
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Chardonnay Style

A medium-bodied wine with a crisp, green apple bouquet and hearty flavour. This is a true classic white wine at its finest.

Food Pairings

Try with lemon garlic tilapia or a spring vegetable salad.

Pinot Grigio
 
D | L | M 
*%
Varietal/Style: Pinot Grigio
Profile: |D | L | M
Pinot Grigio Style
Weeks 4
Varietal Pinot Grigio
Sweetness Dry
Oak Light
Body Medium
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Pinot Grigio Style

A dry wine with overtones of green melon leading to a crisp, clean finish. A bouquet of honey and herbs completes the experience of this perennially favourite white.

Food Pairings

Tastes great with shrimp salad or spaghetti with spinach and lemon dressing.

Chamblaise
 
D | U | L 
*%
Varietal/Style: Pinot Noir
Valpola
Profile: |D | U | L
Chamblaise
Weeks 4
Varietal Pinot Noir
Valpola
Sweetness Dry
Oak Unoaked
Body Light
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Chamblaise

A blend of a variety of the best white grape varieties, this full-flavoured and food friendly wine is smooth, clean, and well balanced.

Food Pairings

Pairs well with poached fish or various Thai dishes.

Liebfraumilch
 
D | U | L 
*%
Varietal/Style: Cabernet Sauvignon
Profile: |D | U | L
Liebfraumilch Style
Weeks 4
Varietal Cabernet Sauvignon
Sweetness Dry
Oak Unoaked
Body Light
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Liebfraumilch Style

Fruity in aroma and clean in taste. A crisp, dry wine that’s pleasant in its youth. Perfect for sipping with friends and family.

Food Pairings

Pairs well with maple glazed salmon or sushi.

Verdicchio
 
D | U | L 
*%
Varietal/Style: Cabernet Sauvignon
Merlot
Profile: |D | U | L
Verdicchio Style
Weeks 4
Varietal Cabernet Sauvignon
Merlot
Sweetness Dry
Oak Unoaked
Body Light
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Verdicchio Style

Herbal aromas dominate the bouquet, while flavours of lemon and pear entice the palate. The finish is crisp and clean. A refreshing style white wine.

Food Pairings

Pair with tuna salad and avocado or pasta with pesto sauce.

Gewürztraminer
 
D | U | M 
*%
Varietal/Style: Gewürztraminer
Profile: |D | U | M
Gewürztraminer Style
Weeks 4
Varietal Gewürztraminer
Sweetness Dry
Oak Unoaked
Body Medium
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Gewürztraminer Style

Extremely spicy in flavour and aroma, this wine will tantalize any palate. It pairs well with all kinds of food, including spicy Asian style cuisine.

Food Pairings

Pair with butternut sqaush soup or roast chicken.

Riesling
 
D | U | L 
*%
Varietal/Style: Riesling
Profile: |D | U | L
Riesling Style
Weeks 4
Varietal Riesling
Sweetness Dry
Oak Unoaked
Body Light
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Riesling Style

Clean, crisp, and slightly fruity, this wine is full of fruit flavour with an intense and pleasing aroma. You will want to savour through to the last sip.

Food Pairings

Serve with buttery steamed bass or a cheese soufflé.

Sauvignon Blanc
 
D | U | M 
*%
Varietal/Style: Sauvignon Blanc
Profile: |D | U | M
Sauvignon Blanc Style
Weeks 4
Varietal Sauvignon Blanc
Sweetness Dry
Oak Unoaked
Body Medium
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Sauvignon Blanc Style

A clean, refreshing and food friendly white wine offering a light, fruity aroma with green, herbal flavours and a touch of mint.

Food Pairings

Serve with chicken and a fresh salad or shrimp and light pasta.

Chardonnay
 
D | M | M 
*%
Varietal/Style: Chardonnay
Profile: |D | M | M
Chardonnay Style
Weeks 4
Varietal Chardonnay
Sweetness Dry
Oak Medium
Body Medium
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Chardonnay Style

A medium-bodied wine with a crisp, green apple bouquet and hearty flavour. This is a true classic white wine at its finest.

Food Pairings

Try with lemon garlic tilapia or a spring vegetable salad.

Pinot Grigio
 
D | L | M 
*%
Varietal/Style: Pinot Grigio
Profile: |D | L | M
Pinot Grigio Style
Weeks 4
Varietal Pinot Grigio
Sweetness Dry
Oak Light
Body Medium
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Pinot Grigio Style

A dry wine with overtones of green melon leading to a crisp, clean finish. A bouquet of honey and herbs completes the experience of this perennially favourite white.

Food Pairings

Tastes great with shrimp salad or spaghetti with spinach and lemon dressing.

Pinot Blanc
 
D | U | L 
*%
Varietal/Style: Pinot Noir
Malbec
Profile: |D | U | L
Pinot Blanc Style
Weeks 4
Varietal Pinot Noir
Malbec
Sweetness Dry
Oak Unoaked
Body Light
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Pinot Blanc Style

Rich, light-bodied flavour and slightly herbal aroma. Subtle undertones of apple and peach round out this easy-drinking wine.

Food Pairings

Enjoy with a lemony broccoli and chickpea salad or quiche.

Chamblaise
 
D | U | L 
*%
Varietal/Style: Pinot Noir
Valpola
Profile: |D | U | L
Chamblaise
Weeks 4
Varietal Pinot Noir
Valpola
Sweetness Dry
Oak Unoaked
Body Light
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Chamblaise

A blend of a variety of the best white grape varieties, this full-flavoured and food friendly wine is smooth, clean, and well balanced.

Food Pairings

Pairs well with poached fish or various Thai dishes.

Verdicchio
 
D | U | L 
*%
Varietal/Style: Cabernet Sauvignon
Merlot
Profile: |D | U | L
Verdicchio Style
Weeks 4
Varietal Cabernet Sauvignon
Merlot
Sweetness Dry
Oak Unoaked
Body Light
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Verdicchio Style

Herbal aromas dominate the bouquet, while flavours of lemon and pear entice the palate. The finish is crisp and clean. A refreshing style white wine.

Food Pairings

Pair with tuna salad and avocado or pasta with pesto sauce.

Gewürztraminer
 
D | U | M 
*%
Varietal/Style: Gewürztraminer
Profile: |D | U | M
Gewürztraminer Style
Weeks 4
Varietal Gewürztraminer
Sweetness Dry
Oak Unoaked
Body Medium
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Gewürztraminer Style

Extremely spicy in flavour and aroma, this wine will tantalize any palate. It pairs well with all kinds of food, including spicy Asian style cuisine.

Food Pairings

Pair with butternut sqaush soup or roast chicken.

Riesling
 
D | U | L 
*%
Varietal/Style: Riesling
Profile: |D | U | L
Riesling Style
Weeks 4
Varietal Riesling
Sweetness Dry
Oak Unoaked
Body Light
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Riesling Style

Clean, crisp, and slightly fruity, this wine is full of fruit flavour with an intense and pleasing aroma. You will want to savour through to the last sip.

Food Pairings

Serve with buttery steamed bass or a cheese soufflé.

Sauvignon Blanc
 
D | U | M 
*%
Varietal/Style: Sauvignon Blanc
Profile: |D | U | M
Sauvignon Blanc Style
Weeks 4
Varietal Sauvignon Blanc
Sweetness Dry
Oak Unoaked
Body Medium
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Sauvignon Blanc Style

A clean, refreshing and food friendly white wine offering a light, fruity aroma with green, herbal flavours and a touch of mint.

Food Pairings

Serve with chicken and a fresh salad or shrimp and light pasta.

Chardonnay
 
D | M | M 
*%
Varietal/Style: Chardonnay
Profile: |D | M | M
Chardonnay Style
Weeks 4
Varietal Chardonnay
Sweetness Dry
Oak Medium
Body Medium
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Chardonnay Style

A medium-bodied wine with a crisp, green apple bouquet and hearty flavour. This is a true classic white wine at its finest.

Food Pairings

Try with lemon garlic tilapia or a spring vegetable salad.

Pinot Grigio
 
D | L | M 
*%
Varietal/Style: Pinot Grigio
Profile: |D | L | M
Pinot Grigio Style
Weeks 4
Varietal Pinot Grigio
Sweetness Dry
Oak Light
Body Medium
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Pinot Grigio Style

A dry wine with overtones of green melon leading to a crisp, clean finish. A bouquet of honey and herbs completes the experience of this perennially favourite white.

Food Pairings

Tastes great with shrimp salad or spaghetti with spinach and lemon dressing.

Pinot Blanc
 
D | U | L 
*%
Varietal/Style: Pinot Noir
Malbec
Profile: |D | U | L
Pinot Blanc Style
Weeks 4
Varietal Pinot Noir
Malbec
Sweetness Dry
Oak Unoaked
Body Light
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Pinot Blanc Style

Rich, light-bodied flavour and slightly herbal aroma. Subtle undertones of apple and peach round out this easy-drinking wine.

Food Pairings

Enjoy with a lemony broccoli and chickpea salad or quiche.

Chamblaise
 
D | U | L 
*%
Varietal/Style: Pinot Noir
Valpola
Profile: |D | U | L
Chamblaise
Weeks 4
Varietal Pinot Noir
Valpola
Sweetness Dry
Oak Unoaked
Body Light
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Chamblaise

A blend of a variety of the best white grape varieties, this full-flavoured and food friendly wine is smooth, clean, and well balanced.

Food Pairings

Pairs well with poached fish or various Thai dishes.

Liebfraumilch
 
D | U | L 
*%
Varietal/Style: Cabernet Sauvignon
Profile: |D | U | L
Liebfraumilch Style
Weeks 4
Varietal Cabernet Sauvignon
Sweetness Dry
Oak Unoaked
Body Light
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Liebfraumilch Style

Fruity in aroma and clean in taste. A crisp, dry wine that’s pleasant in its youth. Perfect for sipping with friends and family.

Food Pairings

Pairs well with maple glazed salmon or sushi.

Verdicchio
 
D | U | L 
*%
Varietal/Style: Cabernet Sauvignon
Merlot
Profile: |D | U | L
Verdicchio Style
Weeks 4
Varietal Cabernet Sauvignon
Merlot
Sweetness Dry
Oak Unoaked
Body Light
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Verdicchio Style

Herbal aromas dominate the bouquet, while flavours of lemon and pear entice the palate. The finish is crisp and clean. A refreshing style white wine.

Food Pairings

Pair with tuna salad and avocado or pasta with pesto sauce.

Rose

 
Varietal/Style
Region/Style
Profile

Different types of winemaking practices can affect the outcome of your wine. The chart below is a guideline for how we describe the profiles of our finished wines. Refer to tasting notes for each wine's profile.

OAK BODY SWEETNESS
U - UNOAKED
L - LIGHT
M - MEDIUM
H - HEAVY
L - LIGHT
M - MEDIUM
F - FULL
D - DRY
O - OFF-DRY
S - SWEET
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Alcohol %

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

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Zinfandel Blush
 
D | U | L 
*%
Varietal/Style: White Zinfandel
Profile: |D | U | L
Zinfandel Blush Style
Weeks 4
Varietal White Zinfandel
Sweetness Dry
Oak Unoaked
Body Light
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Zinfandel Blush Style

With just a hint of rosé, this light wine is fruity, refreshing and easy drinking. Fresh raspberries dominate the palate in this wine.

Food Pairings

Great with mushroom quiche or rosemary, cheese and honey flatbread.

Zinfandel Blush
 
D | U | L 
*%
Varietal/Style: White Zinfandel
Profile: |D | U | L
Zinfandel Blush Style
Weeks 4
Varietal White Zinfandel
Sweetness Dry
Oak Unoaked
Body Light
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Zinfandel Blush Style

With just a hint of rosé, this light wine is fruity, refreshing and easy drinking. Fresh raspberries dominate the palate in this wine.

Food Pairings

Great with mushroom quiche or rosemary, cheese and honey flatbread.

Zinfandel Blush
 
D | U | L 
*%
Varietal/Style: White Zinfandel
Profile: |D | U | L
Zinfandel Blush Style
Weeks 4
Varietal White Zinfandel
Sweetness Dry
Oak Unoaked
Body Light
Labels Included No
Alcohol % *%

*Target alcohol level is based on following RJS Craft Winemaking instructions

Wine Kit Instructions (PDF)

Grand Cru Zinfandel Blush Style

With just a hint of rosé, this light wine is fruity, refreshing and easy drinking. Fresh raspberries dominate the palate in this wine.

Food Pairings

Great with mushroom quiche or rosemary, cheese and honey flatbread.