We keep more than 250 wine kits in stock including all the favourites—Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Malbec, and most varietals and blends.
Red Wines
Craft and Premium Winemaking Kits
Below is a sampling of the red wine kits we carry. Upon request, others may be ordered. From top of the line premium wine kits that include grape skins, oak, and flavours to economy wine kits ready to drink in just four weeks, we have styles to suit every taste and budget.
RJS Craft Winemaking Kits
- En Primeur (8 week) — superior, age-worthy wines of distinction, sure to impress
- Cru Select (6 week) — the finest juices from the world’s best vineyards
- Cru International (5 week) — unique tastes of acclaimed, international wine styles
- Grand Cru (4 week) — easy drinking table wines with little to no ageing
- Heritage Estates (4 week) — light and pleasant wines, ready to enjoy in 4 weeks
VineCo™ Premium Winemaking Kits
- Signature Series™ (8 week) — the finest varietal juices & concentrates from exceptional growing regions produce exquisite quality wines
- Estate Series™ (6 week) — unique styles made with high quality juices & concentrates deliver premium quality wine
- Original Series™ (4 week) — approachable and delicious wines to have on hand for any occasion
- On the House™ (4 week) — easy-drinking, everyday house wines
RJS Craft Winemaking Kits
8 Week Kits
This complex, full-bodied wine has an appealing aroma of plump blackberries, sweet vanilla, and fresh violets while cherries, pepper spice, and rich tannins grace the palate.
Goes well with beef short ribs or fig and Brie cheese appetizers.
- SWEETNESS: Dry
- OAK: Medium
- BODY: Full
A flavourful wine rich with ripe black cherries, red berry fruits, and a hint of spice nicely balanced with oak.
Goes well with salmon and other seafood.
- SWEETNESS: Dry
- OAK: Medium
- BODY: Medium
This satisfying wine melds warm black fruit and berries with concentrated flavours of red fruit, oak, and chocolate.
Goes well with pasta and tomato sauce or grilled steak.
- SWEETNESS: Dry
- OAK: Heavy
- BODY: Medium
This rich wine boasts luscious flavours of red cherries and berries, hints of spice and leather, enhanced with robust tannins.
Goes well with cabbage rolls, pork or beef tacos, meatballs and Pepper Jack cheese.
- SWEETNESS: Dry
- OAK: Medium
- BODY: Medium
A classic wine with notes of fresh cherries, toasted oak, and herbs, with hints of plums, berries, and silky tannins.
Goes well with beef.
- SWEETNESS: Dry
- OAK: Medium
- BODY: Medium
The delightful wine delivers aromas of raisins, dark cherries, and toasted oak, followed by notes of sweet chocolate, prunes and firm tannins.
Goes well with stuffed mushroom appies and veal parmigiana.
- SWEETNESS: Dry
- OAK: Medium
- BODY: Medium
6 Week Kits
This soft Australian style Cabernet is abundantly fruity with cherry and blackberry flavours.
Goes well with roasted duck or a beef’n’veggie stirfy.
- SWEETNESS: Dry
- OAK: Medium
- BODY: Medium
This wine features a deep, dark colour and a rich fruit bouquet with a hint of cassis.
Goes well with spicy chili con carne or burgers with grilled onions and gouda cheese.
- SWEETNESS: Dry
- OAK: Heavy
- BODY: Medium
This highly-enjoyable wine boasts notes of rich tobacco and ripe dark cherries The hint of oak and velvety tannins are a pleasant surprise.
Goes well with duck breast and pomegranate citrus glaze or pancetta-wrapped grilled turkey.
- SWEETNESS: Dry
- OAK: Light
- BODY: Medium
A tantalizing aroma of blackberries and vanilla followed with chocolate and oak tones.
Goes well with duck confit or country-style ribs and BBQ sauce.
- SWEETNESS: Dry
- OAK: Heavy
- BODY: Medium
Delightful aromas of strawberries, violets and vanilla embodied with soft, silky tannins. Luxurious notes of raspberries, cherries and dark fruit—a classic.
Goes well with grilled lambchops or veal and portobello mushrooms.
- SWEETNESS: Dry
- OAK: Medium
- BODY: Medium
This wine is sure to remind you of Tuscany, with its deep ruby colour and aroma of tobacco, plums and black cherries—followed by strong notes of blackberries, prunes and vanilla.
Goes well with penne alla vodka or chicken parmigiana.
- SWEETNESS: Dry
- OAK: Medium
- BODY: Medium
This fruit-forward wine combines fresh cherries, dark chocolate and toasted oak for a lovely Italian style wine that’s sure to impress.
Goes well with beef stroganoff or chicken with mushroom and onion gravy.
- SWEETNESS: Dry
- OAK: Medium
- BODY: Medium
5 Week Kits
A traditional Cab with combining blackcurrants, dark chocolate and hints of coffee and vanilla.
Goes well with meatloaf and mashed potatoes or prime rib au jus.
- SWEETNESS: Dry
- OAK: Medium
- BODY: Medium
Argentina’s cherished red grape, Malbec, blended with spicy Syrah produces pleasant toasty aromas with hints of cherry and dark fruit.
Goes well with honey garlic chicken wings or beef brisket.
- SWEETNESS: Dry
- OAK: Medium
- BODY: Medium
This wine offers aromas of black cherries and strawberries. Its silky tannins and subtle notes of pepper and spice give it a well-balanced finish.
Goes well with Mexican enchiladas or Indian green lentil curry.
- SWEETNESS: Dry
- OAK: Medium
- BODY: Medium
This traditional Chilean dry wine delivers a multi-layered flavour experience. It starts with aromas of warm, dark fruit and tobacco, followed by aromas of ripe black currants and cherries. Notes of coffee and dark plums and supple tannins round out.
Goes well with Italian sausage and pasta or Spanish jambalaya.
- SWEETNESS: Dry
- OAK: Medium
- BODY: Medium
This expressive wine has a lively cherry flavour and a brisk acidity combined with smooth tannins for a deep and lingering finish.
Goes well with Italian sausage and tortellini soup or ham and swiss stromboli.
- SWEETNESS: Dry
- OAK: Medium
- BODY: Medium
This wine features cassis and chocolate flavours with complex notes of blackberry and velvety tannins.
Goes well with Italian sausage pizza or Mediterranean lamb.
- SWEETNESS: Dry
- OAK: Medium
- BODY: Medium
4 Week Kits
A hint of violet and the addition of oak create this typical Cabernet Sauvignon.
Goes well with roasted vegetable pizza, or roasted chicken and mushroom sauce.
- SWEETNESS: Dry
- OAK: Medium
- BODY: Medium
This popular, rustic wine delivers flavours of plums, currants, cherries and red berries combined with silky tannins for a soft, rich texture.
Goes well with spaghetti and meatballs or beef burritos.
- SWEETNESS: Dry
- OAK: Medium
- BODY: Medium
A smooth, rich wine with notes of blackberry and currants. A hint of green olive in the aroma is a pleasant surprise.
Goes well with hamburgers or roast chicken with thyme and onion.
- SWEETNESS: Dry
- OAK: Medium
- BODY: Medium
This soft wine possesses rich berry flavours and a subtle raspberry undertone.
Goes well with butternut squash soup or chicken with raisins and pine nuts.
- SWEETNESS: Dry
- OAK: Medium
- BODY: Medium
This aggressive wine is crisp, clean and spicy with a subtle black pepper flavour—a perfect match for tomato-based Italian cuisine.
Goes well with Caesar salad and meatballs or a hearty pasta meal.
- SWEETNESS: Dry
- OAK: Medium
- BODY: Medium
A well-balanced wine with aromas of black pepper, plums and toasted oak.
Goes well with a meat lover’s pizza or grilled steak.
- SWEETNESS: Dry
- OAK: Medium
- BODY: Full
This intense wine boasts a velvety, fruity flavour with a lingering finish. Aging this wine will add to its complexity.
Goes well with turkey burgers or pepperoni pizza.
- SWEETNESS: Dry
- OAK: Medium
- BODY: Medium
4 Week Kits
A classic Cab with berry, toast and vanilla aromas and a berry flavour with well-integrated oak.
Goes well with meatballs or lamb chops.
- SWEETNESS: Dry
- OAK: Heavy
- BODY: Medium
This popular, rustic wine delivers flavours of plums, currants, cherries and red berries combined with silky tannins for a soft, rich texture.
Goes well with spaghetti and meatballs or beef burritos.
- SWEETNESS: Dry
- OAK: Medium
- BODY: Medium
This medium-bodied wine delivers the aroma of tart strawberry and the flavours of many berries with light floral notes.
Goes well with Shepherd’s pie or beef stew.
- SWEETNESS: Dry
- OAK: Medium
- BODY: Medium
A light-bodied wine with crisp acidity and very little tannin, plenty of fruit flavour with some cherry and red berry notes.
Goes well with pasta and roasted vegetables or grilled eggplant.
- SWEETNESS: Dry
- OAK: Light
- BODY: Medium
This full-bodied wine has aromas of raspberry with floral and spice notes, with balanced acidity and soft tannins.
Goes well with barbequed meats or pizza.
- SWEETNESS: Dry
- OAK: Medium
- BODY: Full
This intense wine boasts a velvety, fruity flavour with a lingering finish. Aging this wine will add to its complexity.
Goes well with turkey burgers or pepperoni pizza.
- SWEETNESS: Dry
- OAK: Medium
- BODY: Medium
VineCo™ Premium Winemaking Kits
Signature Series
8 Week Kits
This full-bodied wine offers rich layers of dark berry fruit, with notes of spice and vanilla.
Goes well with prime rib, lamb or ahi crusted tuna.
- SWEETNESS: Dry
- OAK: Heavy
- BODY: Full
This wine delivers big fruit flavours, rich spices, floral notes and a chocolaty finish.
Goes well with chicken and roasted vegetables.
- SWEETNESS: Dry
- OAK: Medium
- BODY: Full
This fruit-driven wine offers sweet strawberry and raspberry, subtle earthy notes and an elegant finish.
Goes well with roast chicken, salmon, stews and casseroles.
- SWEETNESS: Dry
- OAK: Medium
- BODY: Medium
A delightful aromatic of strawberry jam, berries with allspice and mocha on the finish.
Goes well with turkey, pork, ham and veal.
- SWEETNESS: Dry
- OAK: Light
- BODY: Full
Estate Series
6 Week Kits
A satisfying blend of black currant, chocolate and bay leaf with toasted notes.
Goes well with beef short ribs or cheeses, especially hard cheeses and blue cheeses.
- SWEETNESS: Dry
- OAK: Heavy
- BODY: Full
A delightfully fruity wine with raspberry, red cherry and plum flavours.
Goes well with smoked, grilled or roasted meats, as well as spicy dishes and strong cheeses.
- SWEETNESS: Dry
- OAK: Medium
- BODY: Medium
This is a surprising wine with a combination of blackberry, fruitcake and coffee.
Goes well with roast beef, pork loin, garlic and mushrooms.
- SWEETNESS: Dry
- OAK: Medium
- BODY: Medium
This distinctive wine is structured with black plum, hints of clove and notes of charred wood.
Goes well with grilled steak, roast pork or roast leg of lamb.
- SWEETNESS: Dry
- OAK: Heavy
- BODY: Full
This bold, medium-bodied wine is an intense combination of black currant and dark chocolate flavours.
Goes well with barbecue spareribs, hamburgers, and aged hard cheeses like Gouda.
- SWEETNESS: Dry
- OAK: Medium
- BODY: Full
Original Series
4 Week Kits
This classic Cab has flavours of blackberry and black raspberry with notes of cedar.
Goes well with red meats, especially a New York strip steak, and cheddar cheese snacks.
- SWEETNESS: Dry
- OAK: Medium
- BODY: Medium-Full
A classic wine with a pleasing combination of blackberry, cherry and vanilla.
Goes well with a tomato-sauce Italian dish, roast turkey or pizza.
- SWEETNESS: Dry
- OAK: Medium
- BODY: Medium
This full-bodied wine is a lovely combination of blackberry, black cherry and oak.
Goes well with roast lamb and slow-cooked, pork belly.
- SWEETNESS: Dry
- OAK: Medium
- BODY: Medium-Full
This lush, fruit-forward wine delivers raspberry and cherry flavours with notes of earthiness.
Goes well with salmon, roast chicken or beef bourguignon.
- SWEETNESS: Dry
- OAK: Medium
- BODY: Light-Medium
This savoury wine is reminiscent of Chianti with a mix of sour cherry, strawberry and prune flavours.
Goes well with tomato sauce dishes, chicken, roasted game birds, and mushroom side dishes.
- SWEETNESS: Dry
- OAK: Light
- BODY: Medium
This bold, medium-bodied wine is a distinctive combination of black cherry flavour with notes of leather and spice.
Goes well with game, duck, braised meats and stews.
- SWEETNESS: Dry
- OAK: Light
- BODY: Medium-Full
On the House
4 Week Kits
Black fruit and oak.
Goes well with lamb or almost any meet including beef and pork.
- SWEETNESS: Dry
- OAK: Medium
- BODY: Medium
Red fruit and oak
Goes well with grilled or roast chicken, pork loin and roast beef.
- SWEETNESS: Dry
- OAK: Medium
- BODY: Medium
Red fruit and earthy notes.
Goes well with salmon, pasta dishes and stews.
- SWEETNESS: Dry
- OAK: Medium
- BODY: Light-Medium
Black fruit and spice.
Goes well with barbecued chicken, hamburgers and roast leg of lamb.
- SWEETNESS: Dry
- OAK: Heavy
- BODY: Medium
VANISLE WINE & BEER MAKERS
We’re the Comox Valley’s choice for Ferment-on-Premises, UVin winemaking, UBrew beer, as well as making cider and cooler on-site. And for homebrew fans, we’ve got you covered too—with a wide variety of kits, plus supplies and equipment.
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