Our 16-litre Cru Select wine kits make 23 litres and are made to exacting standards - with pure varietal grape juice in addition to European and Australian grape concentrates (no sugar is added or required)! Many of our wine kits include toasted oak chips to impart rich, succulent shades of oak and smokey vanilla. The result is superb wine you will be delighted to share with friends and family. We offer a diverse collection of white and red premium varieties from around the world - from the noble Chardonnay to the alluring Amarone - you'll discover all Cru Select wines have just the right body, flavour, clarity and bouquet to satisfy even the most discerning palate.

Red Wines

Australian Bush Vine Grenache

Bush Vine Grenache is harvested from vines that have earned their place in history by being old enough to be able to achieve complex profiles from the terroir from years of sustained growth. Flam buoyantly aggressive, this full-bodied wine is based on a strong structure of powerful fruit, heavy toasted oak and loads of earthy/spicy needs. Deep garnet in colour, this wine is fermented on toasted Hungarian oak staves and Winery Grape Skins to bring out the rich flavours of prunes, fine black pepper and chewy tannins. The finish is abound with smoky undertones and is expressively persistent.

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Australian Cabernet Sauvignon

Australian Cabernets are typically softer and fruitier. This wine shows complex varietal fruit flavours including cherry and blackberry.

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Australian Cabernet Shiraz Merlot

A classic New World blend made popular by the recent trend of success of Australia’s leading wineries. A well-balanced aroma of leather and black pepper gives way to intense jammy flavours of blackberries. The length of spicy flavour from the Cabernet, sweet berry fruit of the Shiraz and softening effects of the Merlot results in a tightly structured, well-balanced wine. Ruby red in colour, this hearty wine has an elegant and long finish.

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Australian Shiraz

The wine is deep and dark in colour with a rich bouquet of fruit and a hint of cassis. It ages gracefully into a velvety wine of pure elegance..

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Australian Shiraz Viognier

Co-fermentation of Shiraz with Viognier is a traditional winemaking technique. The addition of Viognier gives a perfumed dimension and embraces the aggressive and complex characteristics of the Shiraz. The resulting blend is a full-bodied, deep garnet red wine with a complex nose of violets, spices and rich American oak. Integrated flavours of berries, chocolates and spices are framed by tight knit, chewy tannins, creating a long and dramatic palate.

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California Old Vine Zinfandel

History meets the New World in this well-structured hearty red wine. Benefiting from deep roots that pick up flavours unobtainable by its younger counterparts, this complex wine shows off a deep ruby red colour with subtle vanilla flavours. Luscious black cherry, tobacco and leather aromas burst into textured flavours of cherry and raspberry followed by spicy black pepper. Blessed with a bold tannin structure, this wine has a very well defined, long balanced finish.

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California Pinot Noir

Recognized as a premier grape growing region, California is known for intensely flavourful Pinot Noirs. Medium to full-bodied, this wine presents a bouquet of rich tobacco, ripe blackberries and spices. The palate is treated to a heady experience of dark cherries, a hint of oak and velvety tannins.  

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Chilean Cabernet Malbec Carmenere

Strong notes of green pepper, dark fruit and leather define this rich dark wine. Smooth tanins grace the palate followed by blackberries and spice.

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Chilean Malbec

Sleek and focussed with layers of juicy fruit and earthy flavours, this full-bodied wine sets the stage for a dramatic experience. Seductively deep red in colour, aromas of crushed blackberries and vanilla follow through to a densely packed palate richly blessed with streaks of chocolate interwoven with abundant oak tones. Fermented on Heavy toasted Hungarian oak shavings, the finish is dramatic and long.

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French Merlot

This Merlot is a full-bodied red wine with impressive aromas of farm fresh strawberries, violets and vanilla framed with soft silky tannins. On the palate, it presents powerful notes of ripe raspberries, cradled by notes of cherries and dark fruit to complete the graceful tasting experience.

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Italian Amarone

Unique to the Valpolicella region of Italy, our Amarone is packed with rich raspberry, blackberry and cassis flavours. Deep, dark and inviting, the finish is long, lingering and full of ripe tannins.

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Italian Barolo

Deep red in colour and aggressive in structure, this full bodied dry wine has many fans. Intense flavours of violets, cherries and cocoa are set firmly against a backdrop of silky, yet firm tannins. Undertones of toasted oak dominate the long finish along with dark fruit and firm acidity. This traditional bold wine compliments fettuccine Bolognese, roast pork with garlic and rosemary, brie and camembert.

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Italian Brunello

Big hearted and assertive, this deep ruby red wine is blessed with expressive aromas of tobacco, ripe plums and black cherries. The palate offers explosive notes of blackberries, prunes and vanilla. A wine sure to mature brilliantly.

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Italian Chianti Riserva

Richer and fuller than traditional Italian Chianti, this robust red wine will be a proud addition to any winemaker’s cellar. Chianti is made with a base of the Sangiovese grape, which is best grown in a hot, dry climate such as Tuscany. The result is a dry, fruity red with medium to full body. This is a complex wine with spicy black and red cherry aroma and notes of chocolate. A fine young wine but time lends grace and subtlety to this masterpiece.

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Italian Valpolicella Ripassa

Italian winemakers have been using dried grapes to enhance their wine for centuries. The Valpolicella varietal is one of the most famous wines enhanced with fermentation on dried skins. You will discover that fermentation with the proprietary GenuWine Winery Grape Skins brings out the wine's firm tannins, supported by dark fruit tones any smokey undertones. The result is an Italian classic with all the makings of a powerful full bodied red wine. The aroma in the glass is reminiscent of farm fresh cherries backed by streaks of dark chocolate and toasted oak, which ages well into a wine of award winning potential. Compliments rich foods such as char grilled pepper steak, well aged cheeses and slow braised baby back ribs.

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RQ Okanagan Valley Red Meritage

A wonderfully rich blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc, it opens with aromas of vanilla, chocolate and leather. On the palate, there are flavours of plum and black currant with a touch of cloves accented by Hungarian oak shavings which are enhanced by fermenting over Cabernet- Merlot GenuWine Winery Dried Grape Skins. The long, ripe tannins add to the wine’s complexity. An elegantly balanced wine ready to drink quickly but enough firmness for cellaring. Keep this wine on hand for BBQs and picnics.

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RQ Alpine Foothills Italian Barbaresco

The wine is dark red in colour and with aromatic notes of violets, roses and small red fruits. On the palate, it has rich, chewy, deep and long-lasting flavours with spicy ripe tannins and a wonderful balance. This masterful wine is fermented over Sangiovese GenuWine Winery Dried Grape Skins and aged with light-toasted American Oak spirals to further portray this wines outstanding features!

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RQ Continental Lowlands Spanish Tempranillo Cabernet Sauvignon

A juicy red wine drenched in flavours of ripe fruit, blackberries, cherries and plum with subtle hints of oak and truffles. This wine has rich tannins and a substantial structure that evolves into velvety touches of smoke and spices acquired from the combination of American and Hungarian oaks.

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White Wines

Australian Chardonnay

Clean, crisp and rich in varietal character, fruit flavours abound. It’s golden-hued and slightly tart while flavours of vanilla, cloves and butterscotch tantalize the palate.

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Australian Viognier/Pinot Gris

These two white grape varieties are originally from France, but thrive in Australia to produce an easy to drinking and refreshing wine.This extremely aromatic white wine opens up with apricots and pear notes. Dry and medium bodied, it finishes on a refreshing fruit forward note.

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German Gewürztraminer

This wine delivers delicious aromas of roses, lychees and tropical fruits, as well as the infamous spicy notes characteristic of Gewurztraminer. Our proprietary Süss-Reserve PackT, along with added elderflowers, brings out intense fruity characteristics and inviting spicy tones which complete the experience.

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German Reisling Traminer

Two famous German wines blended into one kit! The fresh, crisp Riesling combined with the exotic spiciness of Gewürztraminer makes a round and well-balanced wine. Riesling-Traminer is a dry, full wine with aromas of peach, apricot and nutmeg.

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Italian Pinot Grigio

Exquisite balance of citrus fruit and acidity is the foundation for this ever popular Italian white wine. The bouquet reveals bright citrus and green apple aromas with honeydew tones. The balanced acidity gives it a great refreshing and crisp quality, with a touch of light spice. Medium to full bodied, it makes a great pre-dinner sipper or a refreshing wine on a hot afternoon. A perfect wine to enjoy with cedar plank grilled salmon, steamed mussels or chicken florentine.

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New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc

Crisp, light, with intense flavours of grapefruit peel and freshly cut grass and an accent of light oak on the finish. The wine presents soft hues, with a slight tinge of green.

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New Zealand Unoaked Chardonnay

This full-bodied unoaked wine showcases the brilliant balance between fresh fruity flavours and vibrant aciditity. Offering a stunning array of flavours that reflect citrus, peach and mineral notes, this refreshing wine is best served chilled to show off its lively potential

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RQ High Altitude Argintinean Trio Viognier, Riesling, Chardonnay

A delightful blend that highlights the apricot and floral notes of Viognier, the minerality of Riesling with the tropical aromas of Chardonnay. Fresh and balanced fruitiness complimented by hints of vanilla, this brilliant golden yellow wine has a lingering finish.

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RQ Steep Slope German Muller Thurgau

This wine has a straw yellow colour with greenish lights and an intense, aromatic, subtle, fruity perfume. Medium in body, with a delicate off-dry taste, it is balanced by mild acidity giving it a long-lasting finish. It has a distinctive personality with unique flavours and an amazing perfume. It is at its best in the first flush of youth

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South African Petit Chenin Blanc

Medium to full bodied in nature, this wine shows signature notes of citrus and floral freshness in its bouquet. This is followed by crisp, minerally notes powered by firm acidity and floral tones ending with a fruit forward finish.

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