WinExpert Classic Wine Kits are an internationally recognised premium home winemaking range, used by serious home winemakers across the UK and worldwide. Produced by WinExpert — one of Canada's most respected wine kit manufacturers — the Classic range sources grape juice from iconic wine regions around the world, delivering wines with genuine varietal authenticity and impressive quality.
At £54.95 per kit making approximately 28-30 bottles, WinExpert Classic works out at around £1.83 per bottle — exceptional for wines with this level of regional character and complexity.
Available in 18 styles — eleven reds, six whites and a blush. Every kit ferments in 4-6 weeks and makes 23 litres.
Red Wine Kits
- Australian Grenache Shiraz Mourvèdre — Blackberry, dark chocolate, and spice. Dry, full-bodied, and complex.
- California Pinot Noir — Strawberry, cherry and earthy notes. Light-medium body, dry, medium oak. 12.5% ABV.
- California Shiraz — Bold and fruit-forward with ripe dark berry, spice, and a warm finish.
- California Trinity Red — A three-grape blend with plum, blackcurrant and soft spice. Smooth, rounded and very easy drinking.
- California Vieux Chateau du Roi — A Californian take on a southern Rhône blend. Full-bodied with dark fruit, spice, and structure.
- Chilean Cabernet Sauvignon — Classic Cab with blackcurrant, cedar, and firm tannins. Dry and full-bodied.
- Chilean Diablo Rojo — A bold Chilean red blend with ripe dark fruit, pepper and a long, dry finish.
- Chilean Malbec — Deep and velvety with blackberry, plum, and subtle oak. A crowd-pleaser.
- Chilean Merlot — Soft and rounded with cherry, plum, and a silky mouthfeel. Easy drinking and elegant.
- Italian Sangiovese — Classic Italian style with plum, red cherry, and fig. Dry, medium body, light oak. 13% ABV.
- Spanish Tempranillo — Strawberry, plum, and vanilla with medium body and medium oak. A beautiful expression of this classic Spanish grape.
White Wine Kits
- California Chardonnay — Approachable and versatile with fresh green apple, pear, and a clean finish. A classic all-rounder.
- California Chardonnay Riesling — Chardonnay's body with Riesling's citrus lift. Off-dry, soft and very approachable.
- California Riesling — Crisp and dry with fresh green apple, citrus, and stone fruit notes. Clean and refreshing.
- California Viognier — Aromatic and floral with peach, apricot, and a lush, medium-bodied finish.
- Chilean Sauvignon Blanc — Crisp and refreshing with gooseberry, citrus, and a clean, dry finish.
- Italian Pinot Grigio — Light and crisp with pear, green apple, and a refreshing, dry finish.
Blush Wine Kits
- California White Zinfandel — Off-dry with cherry and strawberry, light body. Hugely approachable.
What's Included
Each kit contains high-quality grape juice concentrate, yeast, finings, stabiliser, and full instructions. Just add water — no additional sugar required. Everything for fermentation and clearing is provided.
What Equipment Do You Need?
A 23-litre fermentation vessel, airlock, hydrometer, siphon, and 28-30 bottles. New to home winemaking? Our wine starter kits include all the essentials. Always sanitise thoroughly with VWP or ChemSan.
Choosing (and upgrading) your yeast
This is a premium range built for depth and varietal character, so the included yeast is worth pairing with one suited to that ambition. For the full-bodied, structured reds (Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, Grenache Shiraz Mourvèdre, Vieux Chateau du Roi, Trinity Red, Diablo Rojo): try Mangrove Jack's R56, built for rich reds with real aromatic complexity. For the lighter, elegant reds (Pinot Noir, Merlot, Malbec, Sangiovese, Tempranillo): Mangrove Jack's CR51 suits their softer, fruit-forward character. For the richer whites (Chardonnay, Viognier): Mangrove Jack's BV7 preserves body and flavour. For the crisper whites (Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay Riesling): Mangrove Jack's CL23 keeps it clean. For the White Zinfandel: Mangrove Jack's MA33 suits its off-dry character. If your fermenting spot runs cold over winter (often under 15°C), Lalvin EC-1118 is a reliable fallback across styles.
Tips for Best Results
- Ferment reds at 20-22°C, whites at 16-18°C for best varietal expression
- Allow wines to clear fully before bottling — don't rush this step
- Reds especially benefit from 2-3 months of bottle conditioning
- Store finished wine in a cool, dark place for longer ageing potential
Stepping up? See the Winexpert Reserve range. Or browse all wine kits at BrewCo.
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