Description

Apres Riesling Icewine | 15 Bottle Wine Kit | Limited Release

Icewine is a type of dessert wine produced from grapes that have been frozen while still on the vine. The sugars and other dissolved solids do not freeze, but the water does, allowing for a more concentrated grape juice to develop. The grapes’ must is then pressed from the frozen grapes, resulting in a smaller amount of more concentrated, very sweet juice.

With icewines, the freezing happens before the fermentation, not afterwards. Ice wine production is risky (the frost may not come at all before the grapes rot or are otherwise lost) and requires the availability of a large enough labour force to pick the whole crop within a few hours, at a moment’s notice, on the first morning that is cold enough.

The grapes for icewine must only be harvested when they are frozen naturally and the temperature must be -8 C (20°F) or below when they are picked. This results in relatively small amounts of ice wine being made worldwide, making ice wines generally expensive.

Icewine production is limited to that minority of the world’s wine-growing regions where the necessary cold temperatures can be expected to be reached with some regularity.

The Après Riesling Icewine is a limited-release wine kit that produces up to 15 bottles of Canada’s famous ice wine in just 6 weeks. Known for its rich and flavourful profile, this wine boasts notes of peach, honey, sweet citrus, and marmalade—a treat after any meal! Whether enjoyed on its own or paired with your favourite dessert, this wine is ideal for any occasion.

What are Apres Wines?

Raise a glass and say cheers to Apres, your after-dinner indulgence or special occasion showstopper. These flavourful and aromatic speciality wines offer uncompromising quality and allow you to enjoy the sweeter side of life. Proudly share while celebrating with family and friends, or put your feet up at the end of the day and unwind while enjoying a sweet treat.

Characteristics

ABV: 13%
Body: Medium Full
Oak: None
Sweetness: Sweet

WHAT’S INCLUDED?

• A 8-litre pouch of grape concentrate
• Wine yeast
• A sachet of wine stabiliser to end the fermenting process
• Wine finings to clear the wine
• Full instructions

WHAT EQUIPMENT DO YOU NEED?

This kit contains all the ingredients you’ll need, but you’ll also need the following equipment:

TIPS:

We recommend using a Vinbrite filter to clear the wine to a professional standard.