{"product_id":"fontana-french-cabernet-sauvignon-6-gallon-wine-kit-30-bottle-yield-blackcurrant-french-oak-character","title":"FONTANA French Cabernet Sauvignon 6-Gallon Wine Kit — 30-Bottle Yield, Blackcurrant \u0026 French Oak Character","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFONTANA French Cabernet Sauvignon 6-gallon kit supplies concentrated wine base and additives to produce about 30 bottles of French-style Cabernet with blackcurrant notes and balanced tannins.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis complete ingredient pack is designed for home winemakers who want a French-inspired Cabernet experience without sourcing separate components. The kit centers on a cabernet blend built from franc and merlot contributions, French oak character, and an assertive blackcurrant profile with a hint of mint. It includes the concentrated wine base and the standard stabilizers and clarifiers needed to finish a quality red—equipment, bottles, and labels are not included so you can personalize your process and presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does this kit create a French-style Cabernet at home?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe kit provides a concentrated red base blended to reflect French vineyard character, along with precisely measured additives to clarify, stabilize, and ferment the wine. Follow your preferred home winemaking procedure and use the included yeast to ferment to a targeted ABV range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConcentrated wine base formulated for Cabernet with franc and merlot influence\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncluded yeast and clarifying agents: Bentonite, Chitosol, Kieselsol\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePreservatives provided: Sulphite and Sorbate for stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eYields approximately 30 bottles at 11–13% ABV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat flavor and structure should I expect from the finished wine?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect a red dominated by blackcurrant fruit rather than cassis, with firm but not overly drying tannins and a subtle minty lift. The included French oak influence and blend partners add complexity, producing a medium- to full-bodied profile that pairs well with hearty foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePrimary fruit: blackcurrant-forward aromatics and palate\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTannin: noticeable structure yet not harsh or chalky\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOak influence: gentle French oak notes for roundness and spice\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFinish: balanced with a faint herbal\/minty accent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does the kit include and what will I need to provide?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe package contains the concentrated wine base and a set of standard winemaking additives to carry the wine through fermentation, clarification, and stabilization. You will need standard home winemaking equipment plus bottles and labels; optional flavor packs let you tailor color, tannin, or fruit intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncluded: wine base, brewer’s yeast, Bentonite, Sulphite, Sorbate, Chitosan, Kieselsol\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNot included: fermenter, airlock, siphon, bottles, corks, equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOptional: oak or berry flavor packs to customize aroma and body\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eYield: about 6 gallons (≈30 bottles)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow can I customize the kit to match my taste or cellar plans?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHomebrewing freedom is one of this kit’s strengths—add flavor packs, extra oak aging, or blending trials to shape the final wine. Small adjustments during fermentation and aging let you dial up fruit, soften tannins, or add spice and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdd oak chips, staves, or packs to increase wood-derived spice and roundness\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUse fruit or concentrate packs to raise fruit intensity and color depth\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAdjust aging time for smoother tannins and integrated flavors\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePerform small blending trials with other bases to experiment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: This FONTANA kit fits home winemakers with intermediate to advanced experience who want a French-style Cabernet without sourcing each component separately. It's ideal for hobbyists seeking a 30-bottle batch to share, collectors who enjoy customizing oak and fruit levels, and gift-givers looking for an experiential present that yields cellarable bottles. If you’re new to winemaking, this kit will work too—just be prepared to provide basic equipment and follow a winemaking guide or the included instructions for the best results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVarietal grape juice, concentrated grape juice, liquid invert sugar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How many bottles does this kit make?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: The 6-gallon FONTANA kit yields about 30 standard 750ml bottles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Are bottles and equipment included?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: No—this kit includes the wine base and additives; fermenting equipment and bottles are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"FONTANA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49216863437019,"sku":"B08L191GH1","price":144.27,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0845\/1188\/3483\/files\/fontana-front-packaging-view.jpg?v=1788417436","url":"https:\/\/homelypantry.co.uk\/products\/fontana-french-cabernet-sauvignon-6-gallon-wine-kit-30-bottle-yield-blackcurrant-french-oak-character","provider":"The Homely Pantry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}