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Chile Fresco

Fresh Grape Juice from the 
San Fernando Region of Chile! 

Chile has carved a niche for itself, in the international wine market,
by producing full bodied, soft tannin wines with a deep red color
for the reds and a warm golden amber color for the whites.

What is fresh harvest juice?

Fresh juice is pure juice from freshly crushed grapes from the vineyards of California and Italy. The juice is shipped refrigerated to guarantee peak freshness.

What's so special about fresh juice kits?

The juices are harvested and shipped refrigerated from the vineyards of California and Italy during late summer and early autumn. Because juices are fresh and in a natural state, they are much more preferable to using chemically altered concentrates and kits for winemaking. And what you gain in freshness, you don't lose in ease. The procedure for making wine from juice is pretty straight forward, and similar to making wine from a kit or concentrates. There's no special equipment needed!

Are there any extra steps needed for using fresh juice kits?

Because juices are shipped refrigerated, it is recommended that you start making your wine within a day or two from the time you pick up your kit. After two days, the juice starts to ferment itself. If kept refrigerated, the juice will last up to two months. 

Are there any extra steps needed for using fresh juice kits?

Just follow the instructions that are included with your order. 

How do I order Chile Fresco?

Contact us by Sunday, April 25th with your order. The kits will be delivered on Friday, April 30th and will be available for pick up starting Friday, April 30th through Sunday, May 2nd (Sorry, NO DELIVERIES and orders must be picked up by Sunday). We will have extended store hours for these days. Because fresh harvest juices have to be specially ordered, and to make your pick up more convenient, full payment must be made at the time of ordering.

Call us 786-1853

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What types of kits are available?

Reds
Carmenere - $115.00 
This variety is considered as the flagship red wine of Chile. For centuries, in Chile, the Carmenere has been mistaken for Merlot. This wine is BIG, SOFT and spicy all at once. The ever-present oak enhances the mouth filling flavours. Ages extremely well. 14.5% alcohol.
Cabernet Sauvignon -  $115.00
Our Chilean Cabernet Sauvignon offers a beautiful deep ruby red color with a predominant bouquet of blackberry and raspberry accompanied by a hint of pepper. The attack is slightly aggressive with a long finish with just the right amount of oak The alcohol level contributes to its warm feeling and will allow the wine to age gracefully for a minimum of 3 years. 13.5% alcohol.
Merlot -  $115.00 
Our Chilean Cabernet Merlot is of a deep burgundy color with a predominant bouquet of ripe red berries and hints of spices with a violet undertone. The initial attack is smooth, yet as it makes its way through the palate, you will realize that this is a full bodied long finish wine. This wine can be enjoyed young, yet it will acquire complexity if allowed to age for 2 years or more. 13.0% alcohol.

Whites 

Sauvignon Blanc -  $115.00 
Our Chilean Sauvignon Blanc is of a light amber color with a predominantly citrus bouquet and floral undertones. On the palate the Sauvignon Blanc is crisp and clean, easily enjoyed on its own or with light dishes. 12.0% alcohol.

Chardonnay -  $115.00 
Our Chilean  Chardonnay is of a golden straw color with a bouquet of tropical fruit and undertones of vanilla. On the palate it reveals flavor reminiscent of passion fruit and freshly picked citrus. A crisp well balanced wine easily enjoyed during a meal or on its own, this wine will please the most demanding palate with its symphony of flavors. 12.5 % alcohol.
Chardonnay/Semillon - $115.00
This wonderful blend brings together two  very different elements in a harmonic union. The Chardonnay brings its flavors of tropical fruits with hints of vanilla, while the Semillon contributes a honeyed vegetal character with nutty butterscotch nuances. The resulting wine is truly a symphony of flavors! 13.5% alcohol.


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