Other Coffee Port, Shiraz/Viognier, etc.

[wineforfun]

Looking to do a coffee port (or other like it), shiraz/viognier, etc. Did a little searching last night for them and came up with they must be pre-ordered. Is this always true or can any of these be had throughout the year?
For those of you that have done these kits, how and where did you obtain them?
Thanks.

 

[richmke]

Some places still have port kits for sale. Check eBay and Amazon. I just bought a salted caramel kit off eBay for $100 delivered. Port kits are usually shipped around September, so it is getting late for finding them. Once they are shipping, some places will have stocked them for sale.

 

[geek]

The RJS coffee port I've seen it being available in many places because some LHBS still have inventory from last year; haven't checked in a while though but I know my closest LHBS has this kit; maybe that old inventory is now getting depleted...

As for the shiraz/viognier, I could swear I saw an online retailer having this kit available but cannot find where....

 

[wineforfun]

Those are the two in particular I am looking for. I have only checked Amazon, I will give Ebay a go. Nothing available on Amazon, for the two I am looking for.

 

[wineforfun]

@richmke Have you made the salted caramel before? Not quite sure what to make of that flavor description. I do see it listed on Ebay for $100 delivered.

 

[Boatboy24]

I made a Shiraz/Viognier last year, but it was an RJS Limited Release. Very good already, at the 18 month mark though.

 

[wineforfun]

I made a Shiraz/Viognier last year, but it was an RJS Limited Release. Very good already, at the 18 month mark though.

I hear that from everyone, just trying to get my hands on one.

 

[Boatboy24]

I hear that from everyone, just trying to get my hands on one.

I think WE may have one as part of their regular line up. Maybe Selection, or Selection International?

 

[wineforfun]

@Boatboy24 Thanks Jim, I will do some searching. For some reason, I thought it was a limited edition or only available certain times of the year.

 

[TXWineDuo]

D.J. you order separate and blend your own....
http://labelpeelers.com/vintners-reserve-shiraz-10l-wine-kit/
http://labelpeelers.com/wine-making...erve-kits/vintners-reserve-viognier-wine-kit/

TXWineDuo

 

[richmke]

@richmke Have you made the salted caramel before? Not quite sure what to make of that flavor description. I do see it listed on Ebay for $100 delivered.

Not made it before. Some good reviews here on the kit. It is also on ebay for $80 + shipping.

 

[wineforfun]

D.J. you order separate and blend your own....
http://labelpeelers.com/vintners-reserve-shiraz-10l-wine-kit/
http://labelpeelers.com/wine-making...erve-kits/vintners-reserve-viognier-wine-kit/

TXWineDuo

haha
I guess that is a thought if I can't find the kit.

 

[wineforfun]

Not made it before. Some good reviews here on the kit. It is also on ebay for $80 + shipping.

I may pull the trigger on it. Really want to get my hands on the coffee port so may wait until deliveries in Sept. and see if any dealers have extras.

 

[Johnd]

@richmke Have you made the salted caramel before? Not quite sure what to make of that flavor description. I do see it listed on Ebay for $100 delivered.

I did the CSC twice last year, first batch I ordered two (3 gallon kits) when it came out for preorder, so standard 6 gallons. When it was done, the wife loved it so much that I ordered another two kits and did them as well.

Strictly by the instructions, it got over 18%ABV, its sweet, the chocolate and caramel come through at first sip, more caramel than chocolate, it's mellow and smooth, with a surprising burst of raspberry/cherry in the finish which lingers a bit on the palate. You wouldn't want to just sit around drinking it, but it's great with dessert and definitely packs a little alcohol punch. Pretty good stuff.

 

[wineforfun]

I did the CSC twice last year, first batch I ordered two (3 gallon kits) when it came out for preorder, so standard 6 gallons. When it was done, the wife loved it so much that I ordered another two kits and did them as well.

Strictly by the instructions, it got over 18%ABV, its sweet, the chocolate and caramel come through at first sip, more caramel than chocolate, it's mellow and smooth, with a surprising burst of raspberry/cherry in the finish which lingers a bit on the palate. You wouldn't want to just sit around drinking it, but it's great with dessert and definitely packs a little alcohol punch. Pretty good stuff.

Thanks John. Sounds like something my wife may like then. She is the sweet wine drinker. For $100 delivered it may be worth a try then.