• Winexpert White Zinfandel Wine Kit
  • Winexpert Classic California White Zinfandel Wine Kit key facts: makes 28–30 bottles (21–23 L), ABV about 10.5%, ready in about 8–12 weeks
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Winexpert Classic California White Zinfandel Wine Kit

Winexpert Classic California White Zinfandel Wine Kit

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Make 28–30 bottles of off-dry California wine. The Winexpert Classic California White Zinfandel kit ferments in 4–6 weeks and produces a light, approachable rosé with cherry and strawberry character.

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 10.5%
Ready in about 8–12 weeks
Style Off-dry, light-bodied rosé
In the box grape juice concentrate, yeast, finings, stabiliser
You'll also need No sugar needed - just water
Colour Pale salmon-pink
Oak None

What You Get

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

Tasting Notes

Light, fruity, and off-dry with cherry and strawberry notes. White Zinfandel is hugely approachable — perfect for those new to wine or anyone seeking a refreshing, easy-drinking rosé. The slight sweetness balances the fruity character beautifully. Perfect as an aperitif or with light fare on a warm afternoon.

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 an off-dry style like this, try Mangrove Jack's MA33, suited to fruity, off-dry wines with softer acid — a good match for White Zinfandel.

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 delicate character
  • White Zinfandel is incredibly forgiving — perfect for absolute beginners
  • Allow wines to clear completely before bottling
  • Drink while fresh — best enjoyed within 1–2 years

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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 10.5%. It's a off-dry, light-bodied, unoaked rosé. 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, as for whites. Whites prefer a cooler fermentation to preserve their aromas.

What does it taste like?

Light and fruity with cherry and strawberry and a slight sweetness. Best drunk fresh, within 1-2 years.