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Frequently Asked Questions


Q: What is a wine kit?

A: In a nutshell, a wine kit is all the ingredients you need to make wine. See our Wine Kit section for more information.

Q: How can I use custom made wine at my wedding?

A: You can serve it at your wedding (see below or our Legal page for more information), use it as your wedding favours, or use it as bridesmaid and groomsmen gifts. See our Getting Started page to learn more.

Q: Can I serve custom made wine at my wedding?

A: Currently, the only 2 provinces that allow custom made wine to be served (not sold) at weddings, with a Special Occasion Permit, are British Columbia and Ontario. However, custom made wine can be served at home in any province for an engagement party, rehearsal dinner, gift opening or any other gathering before or after the wedding. See our Legal page for more information.

Q: How can I make wine for my wedding?

A: You can have a winemaking retailer make it for you or you can make it yourself at home. See our How-To page to learn more.

Q: Can I make wine at home?

A: Absolutely! In addition to the wine kit which includes detailed instructions, you will need some equipment which can be purchased from a winemaking retailer. See our Wine Kit section for more information or contact your local winemaking retailer.

Q: How much does custom made wine cost?

A: On average custom made wine costs $5/bottle. See our What it Costs page for more information.

 

Q: What wine should I serve at my wedding?

A: Check out our Popular Varietals page for a short list of some of the most popular red and white wines. Your local winemaking retailer can also help you decide what is best for you and your wedding guests.

Q: How much wine should I serve at my wedding?

A: In general you should plan to serve two 150ml servings per guest. If you have 150 guests that would equal 300, 150ml servings which is equal to 60 bottles of wine or 2 wine kits. See our Servings Math for some easy calculations to help you plan how much wine you'll need.

Q: How do I pair my wine with food?

A: See our Wine & Food Pairings page for more information.

Q: Where can I find a winemaking retailer?

A: Visit our Find A Retailer page to find one that's close to you.

Q: How can I create personalized wine labels?

A. Some of our retailers offer a customizable template where you print the labels at the store. You can also order customizable labels online or design your own - the opportunities are endless! See our Wine Labels page for more information.