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From the full-bodied and robust, to the soft and refined, Cru Select™ wines are a delightful dinner companion and a real treasure for wine enthusiasts looking to complete their personal cellar.
Our 12-litre Cru Select Specialty wine kits contain and produce 12 litres of product and are made to the same exacting standards of all of our wine kits. No addition of water is required, allowing for a simplified winemaking process. You will find that these rich and complex specialty wine kits will allow you to create some truly unique and distinctive wines.
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.
Six weeks takes you from the box to bottling where you’ll find Cru Select wonderfully delectable. We do, however, recommend your patience, because the gift of time will reward you with a wine of elegance, finesse and character. With Cru Select, the best
is yet to come.
Watch for the launch of our Cru Select RQ program every fall. This program showcases five exciting wines sourced from some of the most premium wine growing regions around the globe. From January to April, one of these innovative wines is launched each month on a limited release basis. Preorder your favourites so you don’t miss out!
Dessert wines can be found at the bottom of the page.
To read more about the Cru Select wine kits, download a full color pdf by clicking here.
| Name of Cru Select | Description | Red or White | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Australian Cabernet Sauvignon | Australian Cabernets are typically softer and fruitier. This wine shows complex varietal fruit flavours including cherry and blackberry. | Red | $109.95 |
| 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. | White | $109.95 |
| 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. | Red | $109.95 |
| French Viognier | A wine full of history, Viognier originated in France but is enjoying a growth in popularity in various wine regions worldwide. The prime appeal of this dry, full-bodied wine is its powerful, rich and complex aroma of ripe apricots and orange blossoms. Its fresh and heady aroma also has an abundance of tropical fruit flavours and is balanced by a soft and creamy mouthfeel. Viognier has a deep golden colour and is best consumed young. | White | $109.95 |
| 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. | White | $109.95 |
| 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. | White | $109.95 |
| 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. | Red | $119.95 |
| 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. | Red | $109.95 |
| 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 | Red | $109.95 |
| California Old Vines 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. | Red | $109.95 |
| French Grenache/Syrah/Mouvedre | Full and flavourul, this wine is supported by intense blackberry, black cherry and plum aromas. Toasted french oak further accentruates the fruit filled aroma. | Red | $109.95 |
| 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. | Red | $109.95 |
| Italian Amarone Classico | 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. | Red | $109.95 |
| 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. | Red | $109.95 |
| 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. | Red | $109.95 |
| 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. | White | $109.95 |
| South African Pinotage/Cabernet | t is a cross between Pinot Noir and Cinsault resulting in a classic hightoned, perfumed nose, hinting at ripe strawberries, oak and spices. This wine is blended with the rich and lively Cabernet to produce a full-bodied wine with velvety texture, refreshing berry fruit and complexity and depth of flavour. | Red | $109.95 |
| Spanish Rioja | Old Vine Tempranillo pushed to the edge, La Rioja Nueva is an innovative style deeply rooted in old vines and ancient soils. Rich and simple fruit flavours deepen to reveal layers of cherry, blackberry and vanilla. The experience ends with flavours of mint and licorice. The nose carries aroma of sweet vanilla. The result is a vibrant wine that requires little aging, yet combines the enthusiasm of youth with the grace and generosity of age. | Red | $109.95 |
| Cru Select Limited | Description | Red or White | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orange Blossom Muscat | This dessert wine is truly an expression of vibrant citrus fruitsupported by a fresh floral bouquet and lively balanced acidity. Full bodied and delectably sweet, this delicious nectar is brimming with layered flavors of sun ripe oranges, touch of elderflowers and peaches.Capable of standing up to many complex desserts, we suggest that you serve this well structured dessert wine chilled to allow its true greatness to show. Makes 3 gallons, no additional water is required. Oak: 0 Body: 4-5 Sweetness: 5++ |
White/Dessert | $109.95 |
| Orange Chocolate Port Style | This rich specialty wine is an intricate melange of lively flavours that tempt the nose and reward the palate. Rich aromas of dark chocolate are set gracefully against a frame of refreshing citrus and vanilla notes. The palate is endowed with a full bodied experience and a finely balanced combination of delicious chocolate, hints of orange peel and a medium, sweet finish. Reveal your fine taste by sharing your orange chocolate port with friends and family this holiday season. Makes 3 gallons, no additional water is required. Oak: 0 Body: 5 Sweetness: 5++ |
Red/Dessert | $109.95 |
| White Chocolate with Port | A rare treat this sweet and creamy port is a must for every wine or dessert lover. The senses are awakened by this thick, honey coloured wine and it’s rich, fruity nose. Hints of toasted hazelnut and vanilla are balanced perfectly by velvety smooth white chocolate. Irresistibly sweet on it’s own serve chilled as an after dinner indulgence or try it half and half with tonic water and a slice of lemon over ice as a refreshing cocktail. Especially delicious paired with dark chocolate, hazelnuts or salted cashews. Makes 3 gallons, no additional water is required. Oak: 0 Body: 5 Sweetness: 5++ |
Red/Dessert | 109.95 |