The original poster seems to be interested in high end kits. That's why I didn't mention VdeV or Grand Cru or Heritage Estates or Cellar Master.They also have the Vino Del Vida line which is a 4 week kit.
In the past, the Hightail kits have only been available in Canada. They are definitely top of the line, but have not come with grape skins.On a side note, I was just able to order a Hightail EP Syrah through a store in Edmonton. So if anyone else was curious about these the suppliers do still have some available. $159 was the price and if its half as good as my EP Australian Shiraz is turning out then that's a bargain IMO.
Spagnols has had two buckets...Bolero (perhaps Grand Cru quality), and Premier Cru. I have not made a Premier Cru, but have read that it is pretty good. Probably better than Grand Cru but not as good as Cru Select.If Premier is the bucket (I forget) then its not great.
gizmo:Has anyone bottled one of these kits I have the RJ Spagnols Cru Select RQ 2014 Collection Australia Semillon Sauvignon Blanc almost ready and was just wondering
gizmo:
Did you have specific questions? I've bottled many an RJS kit, but not the one you're asking about.
Steve
1) Taste of the kit? 2)This is the first kit I have ever done where there was no secondary fermentation in the carboy is this normal for there kits? 3) It says to wait till day 42 to bottle I'm at day 35 and is clear and I'm going to filter it with Buon Vino. Would it be ok to go ahead and bottle?
1) Isn't Semillon Sauv Blanc a White Bordeaux? Sorry no idea, what description did RJS provide?
2) I believe that 14 days in primary is standard for RJS brands that do not include a grape pack in their reds.
3) OK yeah. But patience is a winemaker's best friend. Personally I'd wait at least a couple more months.
Steve
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