I have recommended the Cheeky Monkey kit on an other tread as a good buy for a mid size kit .I went out and bought that kit too .Comes with American light oak 30 g and medium and heavy oak blend 60 g and Lalvin RC 212 yeast. I have high hopes for this kit !
About the passport series :
You should edit your title to say that this are the KenRidge showcase limited edition kits for 2015 .
New Passport Series Limited Releases!
Petit Verdot – Released for December 2014
Washington – Yakima Valley
Alc./vol: 13.5% | Body: Full | Sweetness: Dry
THE WINE
Traditionally used in Bordeaux blends to give colour and aromatics, Petit Verdot produces a bold, well structured wine on its own. Expect intense colour and aromas of vanilla, cedar and smoke, followed by ripe cherry and blackberry flavours. This full bodied wine has warm undertones of mocha, firm tannins, and a rich and robust finish.
THE REGION
Located in the southern centre of the state, just across from the Cascade Mountains, Yakima Valley is home to some of Washington’s oldest vineyards. With a balance of warm days, cool nights, and controlled water, the Yakima Valley produces fully mature fruit. The valley receives less than 150mm of rain per year so the vines rely on irrigation which growers can control, resulting in fruit with great concentration and flavour.
Brunello Style (With Grape Skins) – Released for January 2015
Italy – Montalcino
Alc./vol: 13.5% | Body: Full | Sweetness: Dry
THE WINE
An elegant wine made from Sangiovese grapes with a deep garnet hue, full body and velvety texture. Aromas of leather, cranberry, tobacco, and rich flavours of ripe cherry with a hint of earthiness define this classic Italian wine style. Smooth tannins and ripe fruit driven characteristics make this well balanced with a silky finish.
THE REGION
Located 120km south of Florence, Montalcino is one of the warmest and driest regions within Tuscany, receiving just 700mm of rain on average per year. Montalcino is a small medieval village in the Province of Siena, with the wine district centred to the northeast of the village in wooded and hilly terrain. Vineyards are planted on both the north and south facing slopes: vines on the northern slopes ripen slower, producing racier and more aromatic fruit, while the increased sun exposure on the southern slopes lends more power and complexity to the fruit. Together this yields fruit unique to the region.
Pinot Gris – Released for January 2015
Oregon – Willamette Valley
Alc./vol: 12.5% | Body: Medium | Sweetness: Off dry
THE WINE
Look for aromatics of lemon, green apple and subtle floral notes with flavours of fresh-cut pear, mango and tropical fruits. Medium body with a pale straw colour, Oregon’s Pinot Gris boasts zesty acidity balanced by a slight sweetness and lingering finish.
THE REGION
Willamette Valley is the largest wine growing region in Oregon and is surrounded by the Columbia River, the Oregon Coast Range, and the Cascade Mountains. The valley is mild year-round and has the perfect climate for this delicate cool-weather white, the most popular white varietal grown in the valley. Winters are typically cool and wet, summers are dry and warm. There is enough sunlight and warmth for ripening, but the cool evenings help prevent over-ripening, keeping the fruit fresh and true to style.
Pinot Noir – Released for February 2015
California – Sonoma Valley
Alc./vol: 13% | Body: Light | Sweetness: Dry
THE WINE
Light bodied with soft aromas of cherry, vanilla, and earthy undertones. On the palate bold flavours of red and black cherry and strawberry are balanced by a touch of mellow spice. This fruity and bright wine is ruby in colour with a smooth, satisfying finish.
THE REGION
Sonoma Valley is the largest wine growing region in Sonoma County. Bordered to the west by the Sonoma Mountains and the Mayacamas Mountains on the east, the valley is open from north to south, allowing cool air to flow down from the Pacific Ocean and up from the San Pablo Bay. Sonoma Valley is a diverse region with steep mountains, rolling bench lands, fertile plains, cool coastal fog and an abundance of warm California sunshine. It is known for its Pinot Noir which ripens to delicate perfection in the cooler areas close to the San Francisco Bay.
Volcanic Red (With Grape Skins) – Released for March 2015
Chile – Curicó Valley
Alc./vol: 14% | Body: Full | Sweetness: Dry
THE WINE
Three classic Chilean varietals Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenère and Merlot make this bold, full bodied blend erupting with sweet fruit flavours from the Cabernet Sauvignon, spicy and earthy notes from the Carménère, rounded out with soft fruit and chocolate notes from the Merlot. Deep red, smooth and balanced, with a lingering finish.
THE REGION
The Curicó Valley is located in the Central Valley, south of Chile’s capital Santiago. The Mediterranean climate of hot days and cool humid nights is very beneficial for the development of flavour and aroma in the wines. The region’s soil is composed of limestone and volcanic rock from the Andes, deposited in the valley over time by the rivers. The combination of the climate and soil are ideal for growing all three varieties found in the Volcanic Red.
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