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  • Winexpert Classic California Chardonnay Wine Kit key facts: makes 28–30 bottles (21–23 L), ABV about 12%, ready in about 8–12 weeks
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Winexpert Classic California Chardonnay Wine Kit

Winexpert Classic California Chardonnay Wine Kit

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Make 28–30 bottles of premium California wine at home. The Winexpert Classic California Chardonnay kit ferments in 4–6 weeks and produces a clean, approachable white with fresh green apple, pear, and a crisp finish.

New to home brewing? Get this kit as a complete starter kit.

Add a 25 litre fermenter with tap, bottling wand, airlock, hydrometer and sanitiser and it becomes our Winexpert Classic Wine Making Starter Kit – all you need to add is bottles. Includes a step-by-step guide.

Get the starter kit – £78.99
Key specs
Makes 28–30 bottles (21–23 litres)
Approx. ABV about 12%
Ready in about 8–12 weeks
Style Dry, light-medium-bodied white
In the box grape juice concentrate, yeast, finings, stabiliser
You'll also need No sugar needed - just water
Colour Pale gold
Oak Light

What You Get

  • High-quality California Chardonnay grape juice concentrate
  • Professional yeast, finings, and stabiliser
  • Fermentation typically complete in 4–6 weeks
  • Makes 28–30 bottles (21–23 litres)

Tasting Notes

A fresh, versatile Chardonnay with green apple, pear, and subtle citrus character. Crisp acidity and a clean finish make this a perfect all-rounder — equally at home as an aperitif or paired with light fish and poultry. No excessive oak, just pure fruit-forward California charm.

What Equipment Do You Need?

A 23-litre fermentation vessel, airlock, hydrometer, siphon, and 28–30 bottles. New to winemaking? Our wine starter kits bundle all essentials. Always sanitise with VWP or ChemSan for best results.

Upgrading your yeast: for a richer white like this, try Mangrove Jack's BV7, which preserves body and flavour in full-bodied whites — a good match for Chardonnay.

Fermentation Timeline

Week 1–3: Primary fermentation at 16–18°C for whites (cooler than reds).

Week 4–5: Add finings and allow to clear.

Week 6: Bottle and age for 4–6 weeks before drinking.

Tips for Best Results

  • Whites prefer cooler fermentation at 16–18°C — this preserves aromatic character
  • Don't skip sanitisation — cleanliness is essential for bright, clean whites
  • Allow wines to clear completely before bottling
  • White wines are drinkable sooner but improve with 4–6 weeks bottle conditioning

See all Winexpert Classic wines. Browse all wine kits at BrewCo.

Frequently Asked Questions
How many bottles does it make?

28-30 bottles (21-23 litres). See our guide to how many bottles a kit makes.

What's the ABV?

Around 12%. It's a dry, light-medium-bodied white with light oak. See our free ABV calculator.

Do I need to add sugar?

No - the kit includes the grape juice concentrate, yeast, finings and stabiliser. Just add water.

How long does it take?

Fermentation typically completes in 4-6 weeks: primary fermentation in weeks 1-3, finings and clearing in weeks 4-5, and bottling in week 6. Then age it for 4-6 weeks before drinking. See our guide to how long a wine kit takes.

What temperature should I ferment at?

16-18°C for whites. Whites prefer a cooler fermentation to preserve their aromas.

What does it taste like?

Fresh green apple, pear and subtle citrus with crisp acidity - an all-rounder for aperitifs, fish and poultry.