{"product_id":"res-cabernet-sauv-winemaking-kit","title":"Cabernet Sauvignon (Aus) Winexpert Reserve","description":"\u003cp\u003eCreate your own Australian Cabernet Sauvignon-style wine at home with this easy-to-use winemaking kit from Winexpert. Each kit includes a carefully balanced juice base, pre-measured ingredients and step-by-step instructions to help you craft up to 23 litres of wine with confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePowerful and bold, this finished wine delivers layers of dark plum, cassis and black cherry, accented by notes of white pepper, toasted cedar and earthy spice. Firm tannins provide structure, while moderate oak adds warmth and complexity. Rich and full-bodied, it finishes long and satisfying with the depth and character this classic Aussie red style is known for.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDry | Full Body | Medium Oak | 13.5% ABV\u003c\/strong\u003e*\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e**\u003cem\u003eWhen made as per Winexpert instructions.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Home Crafters Love It:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Makes up to 30 x 750ml bottles of wine (23L)\u003cbr\u003e• Ready in approximately 6 weeks\u003cbr\u003e• Easy to make for both new and experienced home winemakers\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wine base (grape juice concentrate), reserve pack (if included), oak components (where applicable), yeast pack, bentonite, sulphite\/sorbate package, and fining agents (Kieselsol and Chitosan). \u003cem\u003eIngredients may vary slightly between wine styles.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEquipment Needed:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e• Food-grade fermenter (up to 30L capacity)\u003cbr\u003e• 23L glass or plastic carboy\u003cbr\u003e• Racking tube and food-grade tubing\u003cbr\u003e• Fermentation lock and stopper\u003cbr\u003e• Mixing spoon\u003cbr\u003e• Solid bung\u003cbr\u003e• Hydrometer\u003cbr\u003e• Wine thief\u003cbr\u003e• Bottle filler\u003cbr\u003e• 28–30 x 750ml wine bottles with corks\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWinexpert has been helping home winemakers craft quality wines for decades, combining premium ingredients with straightforward winemaking methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Download \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/winexpert.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/GVI_kit-instructions_Jan25_WM-RE-22_4-8week_FNL-1.pdf\" title=\"Winexpert Winemaking Instructions\"\u003eWinexpert Winemaking Guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGood things come to those who craft.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vintners Havest","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40633449709620,"sku":"629181075333","price":173.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0606\/7129\/5540\/products\/2732-1_1.png?v=1685315724","url":"https:\/\/www.growandbrew.co.nz\/products\/res-cabernet-sauv-winemaking-kit","provider":"Grow \u0026 Brew","version":"1.0","type":"link"}