Description
xCraft a Classic French Cabernet Sauvignon at Home
Fontana’s French Cabernet Sauvignon Wine Kit brings a refined red-wine experience to your kitchen. Expect a profile built on blackcurrant notes with firm, approachable tannins and an elusive touch of mint. The blend of cabernet franc and merlot supports the cabernet, while a hint of French oak adds warmth. This DIY kit yields about 30 bottles from a 6-gallon batch, with typical ABV between 11% and 13%.
What’s Included and How It Works
The kit uses select, high-quality ingredients sourced from trusted vineyards. Included are the wine base, brewer’s yeast, Bentonite, Sulphite, Sorbate, Chitosan, and Kieselsol. Equipment and bottles/labels are not included, letting you customize your setup to your needs.
- High-quality components designed for consistent fermentation and flavor development
- Complete base with essential stabilizers and clarifying agents
Fontana is all about customization. The DIY format invites you to personalize your wine with add-ins that align with your taste goals.
- Customize with oak or berry flavor packs to modify color, aroma, and texture
- Keep costs down by using your own flavor ideas while maintaining a solid base
Why Brewers Choose Fontana
Our premium wine kits have earned recognition, including multiple gold medals, reflecting consistent quality and enjoyment in real-world use. The Fontana Cabernet Sauvignon kit makes a thoughtful gift for seasoned hobbyists and curious beginners alike.
- Award-winning heritage with visible accolades
- Ideal as a Christmas or birthday gift, and enjoyable to share with friends and family
Practical Tips for Your Brew
When you’re ready to brew, you’ll start with the basic ingredients, then ferment, rack, and bottle as you prefer. The result is a home-made red wine that can be enjoyed now or aged to taste over time.
- Plan ahead for storage and aging for optimal flavor development
- Pair with hearty dishes like grilled steak, mushrooms, or aged cheese
FAQ
Q: What does the Fontana French Cabernet Sauvignon Wine Kit include?
A: The kit includes base wine ingredients and essential additives for a 6-gallon batch, capable of producing up to 30 bottles.
Q: Can I customize flavors with this kit?
A: Yes. The DIY format lets you add oak, berry, or other flavor packs to personalize taste and color.
Shipping & Return
xReturns Policy
You may return most new, unopened items within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. We'll also pay the return shipping costs if the return is a result of our error (you received an incorrect or defective item, etc.).
You should expect to receive your refund within four weeks of giving your package to the return shipper, however, in many cases you will receive a refund more quickly. This time period includes the transit time for us to receive your return from the shipper (5 to 10 business days), the time it takes us to process your return once we receive it (3 to 5 business days), and the time it takes your bank to process our refund request (5 to 10 business days).
If you need to return an item, simply login to your account, view the order using the "Complete Orders" link under the My Account menu and click the Return Item(s) button. We'll notify you via e-mail of your refund once we've received and processed the returned item.
Shipping
We can ship to virtually any address in the world. Note that there are restrictions on some products, and some products cannot be shipped to international destinations.
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