Beaverdale Merlot — 6 Bottle Wine Kit
The Beaverdale Merlot 6 Bottle Wine Kit makes approximately 6 bottles (4.5 litres) of a smooth, medium-bodied red wine at around 12% ABV. Soft red and dark fruit — cherries, plums, and a hint of chocolate — with gentle tannins and a velvety finish. Merlot is one of the world's most loved red wines for good reason: it's approachable, generous, and endlessly food-friendly.
No additional sugar required. Ready in 7–10 days.
Kit Details
- Makes: approx. 6 bottles (4.5 litres)
- Style: Smooth, medium-bodied red
- Grape: Merlot
- ABV: approx. 12%
- No added sugar required
- Ready in: 7–10 days
What Equipment Do You Need?
This kit is ingredients-only. You'll need a demijohn, airlock, hydrometer, siphon, and 6 bottles with corks. Our 6 Bottle Wine Starter Pack bundles the demijohns and equipment together. Always sanitise with VWP or ChemSan.
Upgrading your yeast
Smooth and approachable is Merlot's whole appeal, so try Mangrove Jack's CR51, bred specifically for light, fruity reds meant for early drinking — a good match for this style's gentle tannins.
You May Also Need
- Campden Tablets — stabilise your wine before bottling
- Bentonite — clear to a deep, rich red
- Yeast Nutrient — for a healthy, complete fermentation
Also available as a Beaverdale Merlot 30 Bottle Kit. Browse the full Beaverdale 6 Bottle Wine Kit Range.
Kit Specification