Gamay

This Gamay wine kit is made for beginner to experienced home winemakers who want a fruit-forward, medium-bodied red. The 5.3 L (1.4 gal) juice/concentrate pack produces 23 L of finished wine at 11.5% PABV, or about 30 standard 750 ml bottles.

At a glance

• Varietal style: Gamay
• Colour: Red
• Body: Medium-bodied
• Alcohol: 11.5% PABV
• Juice/concentrate pack: 5.3 L (1.4 gal)
• Finished yield: 23 L (6 US gal), about 30 standard 750 ml bottles
• Approximate turnaround: Four weeks

Why winemakers choose it

• Creates a lively Gamay-style red with tart cherry, ripe raspberry and banana notes.
• Bright acidity keeps the fruit profile fresh and expressive.
• Light tannins contribute to a smooth mouthfeel.
• Its moderate 11.5% PABV suits relaxed, versatile serving.
• Pairs well with light appetizers and hearty meats.

What's included

• Gamay wine base in a 5.3 L juice/concentrate pack.
• Included additive packs supplied for the winemaking process.
• Equipment is sold separately. For bottling and finishing, consider Crafted Series bottles, corks, labels, shrink caps and B-Brite cleaner.

Frequently asked questions

How much wine does the Gamay kit make?

It makes 23 L (6 US gal) of finished wine, or about 30 standard 750 ml bottles.

How long does this Gamay wine kit take?

The existing product information indicates an approximate four-week turnaround.

What is the alcohol content?

The finished wine is 11.5% PABV.

Do I need equipment to use this kit?

Yes. The kit includes the wine base and additive packs, while winemaking equipment is sold separately.

• Wine base (grape concentrate)
• Yeast
• Bentonite
• Sulphite / sorbate
• Fining agents

Yields 23 L (6 US gal) — up to 30 standard 750 ml bottles. Equipment sold separately.

Mix the base with water to 23 L, ferment with the included yeast, stabilize and clear, then bottle. Download full instructions (PDF).

How much wine will this kit yield?
23 litres (6 US gallons) — up to 30 bottles.

Do I need equipment?
Yes — a fermenter, carboy, siphon and bottling supplies. Our starter kits bundle everything.

How long does shipping take to the US?
Orders ship from Canada and clear customs into Buffalo, NY. Tracking can pause while in customs — that's normal.

Free shipping: US orders $75+ USD (lower 48) and Canadian orders $80+ CAD (10 provinces). Other orders are charged real-time carrier rates at checkout.

Processing: orders normally ship within 1–4 business days.

U.S. orders: please allow an extra 1–2 business days while your order crosses the Canada–U.S. border.

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