SG Wines Gold 6 Bottle Merlot
SG Wines Gold 6 Bottle Merlot Wine Making Kit crafts a supple and inviting Merlot with the luscious essence of cherries and red berries, crowned with a smooth, oaky finish. This kit is thoughtfully crafted for the home winemaker to produce a wine with an approximate alcohol volume of 12.5%, resulting in 6 bottles or 4.5 litres of sumptuous wine ideal for any gathering or to enjoy quietly at home.
Your Wine Kit Includes:
- A carefully blended grape juice concentrate pouch, designed to create the deep and rich flavour profile of Merlot.
- A wine yeast sachet, accompanied by a yeast nutrient sachet, to ensure a vigorous and healthy fermentation process.
- An acid regulator and stabiliser sachet to achieve the perfect acidity level and maintain the wine's quality over time.
- A flavouring add-back to enrich the wine's complexity and enhance its aromatic profile.
- Wine finings A and B to clarify your wine, resulting in a polished and professional appearance.
The ingredients are meticulously selected, including white grape juice concentrate with added red grape and cherry juice concentrates for that authentic Merlot character. Essential additives such as citric acid, sodium citrate, and preservatives like potassium sorbate and sodium metabisulphite ensure the wine's stability and longevity. The kit also includes chitosan, derived from crustaceans, among other vital elements for a seamless winemaking experience.
Instructions
Embark on your winemaking journey with these straightforward steps:
- Begin by thoroughly cleaning and sanitising all your equipment to set the stage for winemaking.
- Follow the kit's guidelines to mix your ingredients accurately.
- Allow the mixture to ferment for at least 5 days, letting the flavours meld and mature.
- Carefully clear any sediment to ensure your wine is crystal clear.
- Bottle your crafted wine, sealing in its unique character and taste.
- Take pleasure in your homemade Merlot - a toast to your winemaking success!
Refer to the detailed instructions inside your kit for more in-depth guidance.
Additional Equipment Required:
- A fermenter capable of holding at least 5 litres
- An airlock and grommet to ensure a proper fermentation environment
- A demijohn or secondary fermenter for the wine clarification process
- Essential tools like a mixing spoon, hydrometer, and thermometer for accurate preparation
- A syphon to transfer your wine gently
- Cleaner and steriliser to maintain impeccable hygiene
- Sugar, specifically 800g of granulated sugar or 890g of brewing sugar, crucial for the fermentation process
- 6 x 750ml wine bottles, corks, and a corker or screw caps to securely bottle your wine
Allergen Information: Please note, this kit contains sulphites and crustaceans, integral to the winemaking process but may be allergenic to some individuals.