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SELECTION | |
Red | White | Dessert | Limited Editions |International Series
Dry/Sweet Codes | |
| The sweetness of a wine is the sensory perception created during tasting, and though affected by such factors as residual sugar levels, it is not an absolute, measurable factor. However, to guide you in determining the relative sweetness for each wine variety, we've applied the following recognized numbered scale to all of our listings: *Source: B.C. Liquor Distribution Branch | |
| Scale | Description |
0 |
Dry |
1 |
Semi-Dry |
2 |
Medium-Dry |
3-6 |
Medium-Sweet |
7-10 |
Sweet |
| Brew King's wines generally ferment out dry, unless style dictates a measure of sweetness to be included through the addition of our F-packs. | |
Identifying Symbols | |
F |
includes Brew King's F-pack |
S |
Includes package of dried elder flowers for floral character. |
C |
Includes package of regular oak chips for complex oak character |
CT |
Includes package of toasted oak chips for complex oak character. |
CHAMBLAISE
TM (0)
Clean, refreshing and crisp. Essentially dry, but with a floral character
and a full intensity of fruit that make it a universally appealing blend. Chamblaise offers a
wonderful balance, with medium acidity balancing the fruit, all within a dry, pleasing finish.
One of the most useful wines available, it is a versatile match with a variety of foods. A
favourite for parties and gatherings.
CHARDONNAY S�MILLON (0, CT)
The combination of these two exceptional varieties with the oak additive
gives a depth of complexity and character. Dry, fruity bouquet accented
with a hint of oak.
3
GEWURZTRAMINER
(1, F)
This immensely charming, exotic wine is true to its German translation:
spicy. Deeply colored and opulently aromatic., with an unmistakably flowery
perfume and flavors of lychees and roses. Crisp, lush, and refreshing -
a wonderful match with spicy foods, strong cheeses and fresh fruits.
CABERNET
SAUVIGNON(0,
C)
The noble California red grape. Rich in tannins, it produces a deep,
full-bodied wine with intense aroma and flavor. A robust wine, perfect with
red meat or wild game. Best when aged for several months.
CABERNET
SAUVIGNON / MERLOT(0, C)
This popular blend combines the plump, fruity, earlier aging Merlot
grape with the robust Cabernet Sauvignon grape for a powerful match. Chianti
Style
CHIANTI
STYLE (0, C)
The pride of Italy's Tuscany region, this blend is famous for it's
full dry character and elegant flavors of cherries and blackberries. Sturdy
and robust, with tangy undertones and a slight spiciness. Aging uncovers
its complex depth of flavor.
DOMAINE
DES BRUMESTM (0, C)
Fruity and robust, this deeply coloured red wine has the unique distinction of
allowing for early consumption in the "nouveau style". A delicate wine offering immediate flavours
of strawberries and cherries. Chill for 20 minutes to really bring out these fruit qualities.
Perfect for all party occasions.
LUNA ROSSA
TM (0, C)
Bold, robust and intense: Brew King's 'Big Red' is the largest, most
full bodied red wine ever released! A dark, inviting colour and rich, bold oak enhanced aromas
suggest what is to come: an abundance of of mouth filling, chewy berry flavours. Luna Rossa
is complex, with rich layers of fruit and solid supporting tannins, capped by a long oak finish.
A powerful wine matching startling flavours and aromas with elegance and finesse.
MERLOT
(0, C)
The plump, lush fruitiness of this respected grape translate into
a wine which perfectly balances berry and spice flavors with a smooth, supple
texture. Mouth-filling and delicious; a standout with grilled meats.
PETITE
SIRAH (0, C)
A well balanced and colorful red wine with spicy, highly tannic,
fruity scent. The aromatic character of this wine is best enhanced by several
months of aging.
PINOT
NOIR (0, C)
The varietal responsible for classic red burgundy. The scent, flavor,
body and texture of Pinot Noir is profound, Supple, spicy fruit flavors
are a delight to the palate.
WHITE
MERLOT (1 , F)
Take Merlot. Make it a blush. Voil� - a Merlot like you've never experienced!
Fresh strawberries abound in the aromas and flavours of this medium pink ros� style wine,
capped by a crisp finish that is slightly drier than a typical blush. Bright fruit and generous acidity
make it a brilliant food pairing wine. Try it with salads, appetizers, fruits - even BBQ and spicy treats.
WHITE
ZINFANDEL (2-3 , F)
Complete with Brew King's innovative new F pack, this blush favorite
displays the trademark pink hues and a soft, refreshing taste that make
it particularly enjoyable as a chilled delight on a summer afternoon.
Desserts wines (Special
Selection)
SHERRY (4 @10, F ,CT)
Brew King's new Sherry kit now combines two possibilities in one,
allowing the creation of BOTH Cream Sherry
or Dry Styles: Cream Sherry is rich and smooth,
with the body of a fine liqueur. Produces from lusciously sweet selected
grapes, it is excellent with desserts or snack. Dry
Sherry is a well balanced, straw-colored sherry in the style of the
great finos. Served chilled, it is a crisp, dry delight - the ideal
aperitif.
PORTO
(10,F, CT)
Rich, warm and generous in character, this full-bodied classic has
been prepared to meet the demands of even the most discerning palates. Bold,
with a distinctively long fruity aftertaste. Perfect to complete a meal..
ICE
WINE (10,F) Prized as
a unique sweet wine specialty, our Ice Wine will surprise you with its body
and complexity. Served chilled, this golden nectar should be sipped slowly
to cherish its special charms.
BLACK
MUSCAT (10, F)
The black Muscat grape provides the basis for this unique aromatic, deep
magenta, sweet dessert wine. Hints of rose are revealed in the wonderfully
textured flavor and bouquet. Fully flavored yet not overpowering. To be
served at cellar temperature or lightly chilled.
Every harvest season gives us at VINEXPERT the opportunity to offer our
collection of four wines, one each month starting in January. This collection
of wines is Vinexpert's select picks of the harvest. Registration forms
for limited Edition wines can be obtained from your local retailer or online in early November.
Selection International Wine Series New to Brew King this year, our Selection International Wine Series follows in the great tradition established by our premium Selection products, with the same grape juice/concentrate composition and the same astonishing finished wine quality. But while Selection's traditional supply comes from distinguished North American vineyards, Selection International Wine Series sources product from the world's other great wine producing nations. Brew King has taken great care to bring in the finest the world has to offer, for wines that showcase the distinct styles that have made each region famous. Due to the timing of the various regional harvest seasons and the availability of product meeting Brew King's stringent quality control standards, varieties are available as supply dictates. Look for announcements on new varieties from new regions as they're obtained!
FRANCE
MERLOT
FRANCE (0)
Direct from the Languedoc-Roussillon region of southern France, this
classic varietal is rich with ripe fruit and berry flavors, yet soft and
elegant. Dry, full-bodied and deeply colored, with a complex velvety taste
accentuated with premium French oak.
CABERNET
SAUVIGNON FRANCE (0, C)
The world's most renowned red wine, from the world's most renowned
wine country. Deep ruby red colour, with characteristic fruit intensity
balanced by strong tannins which, with the addition of premium French oak,
results in a wine of rich complexity fully realized with age.
FRENCH
SYRAH (0, C)
The noble French red grape varietal, renowned for its rich, dark,
powerful wines which, despite their tannins and famous aging potential,
can reach a drinkable mature stage quite soon. Known as Shiraz in Australia,
our French Syrah displays complex berry and spice flavors that go perfectly
with hearty foods.
FRENCH
CHARDONNAY (0, C)
The classic, from the country that made it famous as the grape of
White Burgundy. Pleasantly dry, with medium acidity balanced with subtle
hints of citrus and fruit. Includes premium French oak for a characteristic
vanilla-oak structure.
FRENCH
SAUVIGNON BLANC (0)
Steely and grassy, yet fruity and herbaceous - the French Sauvignon
Blanc is the perfect palate-cleanser. Crisp, tart and refreshing, it complements
food like few other white wines. Invigoratingly dry, with a balanced acidity
and a wonderful freshness. Perfect with chicken, fish and grilled vegetables.
CHILE
CHILEAN CABERNET
SAUVIGNON(0, C)
Our Chilean version of this classic boasts black pepper and berry
bouquets. Notably flavorful, with tannins that develop with age. Pairs with
beef, turkey, lamb and stews.
CHILEAN MERLOT
(0,
C)
Powerful fruit and spice flavor, with mellow tannins for a supple
finish. Deserves aging, but will develop quicker than Cabernet Sauvignon
and will stand up to the same food pairings.
CHILEAN CHARDONNAY
(0)
Our Chilean Chardonnay displays immensely charming flavors and personality:
lively and medium-bodied, with citrus and apple notes. Versatile in matching with food, particularily
with fine fish and seafood dishes.
Spanish
RIOJA (0, C)
Spain's most famous red wine blend, and arguably its finest. The wines
of this northern Spanish region tend towards the traditional Bordeaux style,
combining bright berry and spice flavors, deep red colours with a solid
backup of tannin, with premium oak for a soft, dry vanilla finish. Delightful
when aged.
Italian(0)
VERDICCHIO
(0)
Verdicchio is one of central Italy's extremely popular white wine varieties
produced from the ashtonishingly lively Verdicchio grape. Its name is derived from verde, meaning
green, referrring to the yellow-green skin of the grape, which gives the wine a subtle greenish hue.
The aroma is delicate, light and fruity, and the flavour is pleasantly crisp and distincly dry, with
bright lemony acidity and a fresh, elegant finish that cleans the palate. Verdicchio allows for early consumption and pairs perfectly with seafood and cream sauce pastas.
SOAVE
(0)
Italy's most popular dry white wine, from the western Veneto area
in the north of the country. Crisply fruity, with its own distinctive straw
and almond flavour. Its fresh, fragrant qualities and smooth texture make
it a versatile accompaniment with foods. May be served young; best when
deeply chilled.
BARBARESCO
(0,C)
Named for the village in Italy's Piedmont region, recognized worldwide
for its big, powerful red wines, full of tannins in their youth, yet aging
into wines of wonderful complexity, with a balance of lush aromas, robust
fruit flavors, and a dry, full finish. Similar in style to its Barolo cousin,
yet more elegant and refined.
MONTEPULCIANO
(0,C)
Montepulciano is a vigorous red grape variety widely planted over much
of east central Italy, capable of creatingdeeply coloured, rich red wines with blackberry fruit
flavours and spicy peppery qualities. Due to its moderate acid and firm tannin levels, Montepulciano
generally produces wines that are smooth and mellow yet robust and mouth filling, with dependable
high alcohol content. Superb with veal and pasta - an Italian gem you won't want to miss.
MURRAY
RIVER RESERVE (0, CT)
A full flavored and intense white wine from the Murray River wine
region on the Victoria-New South Wales border. Herbaceous bouquets and ripe,
tropical fruit flavors come through in this blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Colombard
and Muscat varieties. Crisp and dry, with refreshing acidity and a light
hint of oak - perfect for seafood or Asian cuisines.
S�MILLON
(0, CT)Well known around the grape growing world, but embraced
with a passion in Austrailia, where its abundant lush, textured fruit flavours are put on display
from first sip to crisp, clean finish. Creamy, seductive and full bodied, with a wisp of smokey oak
to the finish.
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