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WineBuddy 30 Bottle Merlot Wine Kit

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Deep, soft and easy to like, WineBuddy 30 Bottle Merlot gives you a red with fruit ranging from red cherries to purple plums and gentle tannins. It is a smooth, approachable everyday red, ready in 7 days.

Key specs

Makes	30 bottles (23 litres)
Approx. ABV	about 11%
Ready in	about 7 days
Style	Merlot
In the box	grape juice concentrate, yeast, nutrient, finings, stabiliser, oak, flavour pack
You'll also need	4kg sugar

In the box

Grape juice concentrate
Yeast and nutrient sachets
Stabiliser and finings
French oak chips and a flavouring pack

You will also need

Dissolve the sugar, add the concentrate and water, pitch the yeast, then follow the instructions to stabilise and fine the wine before bottling.

Yeast upgrade: Mangrove Jack's CR51 suits light, fruity reds made for early drinking. See also the 30 Bottle Cabernet Sauvignon and 30 Bottle White Zinfandel.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many bottles does it make?

It makes 30 bottles, approximately 22.5 litres, at around 11-12% ABV. See our guide to how many bottles a kit makes.

What does it taste like?

A deep, soft red with fruit from red cherries to purple plums and gentle tannins - smooth and easy to drink.

Do I need to add sugar?

Yes - WineBuddy 30 Bottle kits need 4kg of sugar, which isn't included. The kit contains the grape juice concentrate, yeast, finings and stabiliser.

How long until I can drink it?

Primary fermentation usually takes 5-7 days, then you clear it and bottle. Give it 1-2 weeks in the bottle for the best flavour.

What equipment do I need?

A fermentation vessel with airlock, a hydrometer and a siphon, plus 30 bottles. Keep it at a steady 18-22°C and sanitise everything before you start.

Can I upgrade the yeast?

Yes - Mangrove Jack's CR51 is bred for light, fruity, early-drinking reds and suits Merlot's smooth, gentle style.

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WineBuddy 30 Bottle Merlot Wine Kit