{"product_id":"winexpert-classic-california-chardonnay-riesling-wine-kit","title":"Winexpert Classic California Chardonnay Riesling Wine Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eMake 28-30 bottles of easy-drinking Californian white wine. The Winexpert Classic California Chardonnay Riesling kit ferments in \u003cstrong\u003e4-6 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e and produces a soft, aromatic blend with the body of Chardonnay and the bright acidity of Riesling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You Get\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium California Chardonnay and Riesling grape juice concentrate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional yeast, finings, and stabiliser\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFermentation typically complete in 4-6 weeks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMakes 28-30 bottles (21-23 litres)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA well-judged blend — Chardonnay brings ripe pear, apple and a rounded mouthfeel, while Riesling lifts it with citrus and a floral edge. Off-dry, soft, and very approachable, which makes it one of the easiest Classic kits to please a crowd with. Serve chilled with white meat, soft cheese, or on its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStyle: Off-dry, medium-bodied white blend\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour: Pale gold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOak: None\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlcohol: 12%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Equipment Do You Need?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 23-litre fermentation vessel, airlock, hydrometer, siphon, and 28-30 bottles. New to winemaking? Our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/starter-kits\"\u003ewine starter kits\u003c\/a\u003e bundle all essentials. Always sanitise with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/cleaning\"\u003eVWP or StarSan\u003c\/a\u003e for best results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFermentation Timeline\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeek 1-3:\u003c\/strong\u003e Primary fermentation at 16-18°C for whites (cooler than reds).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeek 4-5:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add finings and allow to clear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeek 6:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bottle and age for 4-6 weeks before drinking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTips for Best Results\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhites prefer cooler fermentation at 16-18°C - this preserves the aromatic character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA blend like this is forgiving, which makes it a good first white wine kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow the wine to clear completely before bottling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServe well chilled and drink within 1-2 years while fresh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse all \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/winexpert-winemaking-kits\"\u003eWinexpert Classic kits\u003c\/a\u003e or the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/wine-cider-kits-homebrew\"\u003ewine and cider kit\u003c\/a\u003e range at BrewCo.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brewco.uk","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56394439033211,"sku":"B-8805","price":54.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0520\/9384\/5665\/files\/8805_Classic_California_Chardonnay_Riesling_Style_02874417-d7ae-4c37-a586-2f96f718eb3d.png?v=1787824695","url":"https:\/\/brewco.uk\/products\/winexpert-classic-california-chardonnay-riesling-wine-kit","provider":"Brewco.uk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}