YOUNG WINE AND CORK LTD

Can I make good-quality wine from a wine kit? Yes. We use quality Winexpert wine kits, and allowing your wine time to age after bottling can further improve its flavour Is it expensive? Making your own wine can be an affordable alternative to buying comparable wine at a liquor store. Prices vary depending on the Winexpert wine kit you choose. Each regular wine kit makes approximately 23 litres — about 30 bottles of wine. How much wine does a kit make? Most Winexpert wine kits make approximately 23 litres — about 30 bottles (750 mL each). Specialty wines may make a different amount. Can I sample wine before I purchase it? No. Wine being made on our premises belongs to our customers, so we cannot offer it for sampling. You can sample your own wine when you return for your bottling appointment. How long will it take? Depending on the Winexpert wine kit you choose, your wine will generally be ready for bottling in approximately 4 to 8 weeks. Some wines are enjoyable young, while others benefit from additional aging after bottling. I’ve never made wine on-premise. How does it work? It’s easy. Choose your wine kit and pitch the yeast to start your wine. We take care of the winemaking process. When your wine is ready, you return for your bottling appointment to bottle and cork your wine. We provide the equipment and help you through the bottling process. What determines the quality of the wine? The quality of the wine starts with the quality of the wine kit and its ingredients. We use Winexpert wine kits, with different levels available depending on the style and quality of wine you choose. Higher-level kits generally offer more body, flavour and aging potential. Why don’t I recognize some of the wine names? Some Winexpert wine kits may use different names than wines you commonly see in liquor stores. Each kit includes information about the wine’s style, body, sweetness and flavour to help you choose. Do I have to come into the shop in person? Yes. For on-premise winemaking, you need to come into the store to purchase and start your wine by pitching the yeast. We take care of the winemaking process, and when your wine is ready, you return to bottle it and take it home. When can I bottle my wine? Depending on the wine kit you choose, your wine is generally ready for bottling in approximately 4 to 8 weeks. A bottling appointment is required. When your wine is ready, you return to Young Wine & Cork to bottle and take your wine home. I’ve never bottled wine before. Will you show me what to do? Yes. We’ll show you how to use the bottling equipment and guide you through the process of filling and corking your wine. Do my bottles have to be clean? Yes. Please bring your bottles clean and ready for sanitizing. We provide the equipment to sanitize your clean bottles before filling. After enjoying a bottle, rinse it thoroughly and let it drain. Storing clean bottles upside down can help keep out dust and debris. Dirty or contaminated bottles can affect the quality of your wine. Can I make a half batch of red and a half batch of white? No. Our regular wine kits are designed to make one full batch of approximately 23 litres — about 30 bottles. If you want different wines, you can make separate kits and split the finished bottles with family or friends. What is the alcohol content? Alcohol content varies depending on the wine kit and style. Most of our wines range from approximately 6% to 14% alcohol by volume. Can I drink my wine right away? Yes, but most wines will benefit from some aging after bottling. We recommend allowing your wine to rest for at least a few weeks after bottling. Depending on the wine you choose, additional aging can improve its flavour, aroma and overall character. How long will my wine last? How long your wine will keep depends on the type of wine, the wine kit and how it is stored. Proper storage is important. Keep your wine in a cool, dark place with a consistent temperature. Many wines can improve with aging when stored properly. Can I store my wine at Young Wine & Cork? No. Once your wine is ready, you need to book your bottling appointment. After bottling, your finished wine must be taken home with you. What about wine with food? Different styles of wine can complement different foods. As a general guide, lighter wines often pair well with lighter dishes, while fuller-bodied wines can pair well with richer foods. What about wine with cheese? Wine and cheese can be enjoyed together in many different combinations. The best pairing depends on the style of wine and the type of cheese.