Description
Connexion Red (Grenache Merlot, France) – Release in December 2026
WINE
The Connexion Red wine kit is the first release in Winexpert’s 2026 Limited Edition collection. It brings together two of France’s most celebrated red grapes. Grenache, a hallmark of the Rhône Valley, meets Merlot, the signature variety of Bordeaux. Dark berry notes lead, supported by subtle plum and raspberry undertones. Gentle spice and soft herbal hints complement the fruit, while smooth tannins and bright acidity create a balanced, approachable finish.
13.5% | DRY | MEDIUM–FULL BODY | MEDIUM OAK
REGION
Languedoc’s Mediterranean climate provides warm sunshine balanced by cooling coastal breezes. The region’s limestone and clay soils help retain moisture in the dry landscape, supporting healthy vine growth and concentrated fruit. These favourable conditions allow varieties like Grenache and Merlot to ripen fully while maintaining freshness, producing expressive wines with both richness and balance.
FOOD
Pairs beautifully with herb-roasted lamb and fire-grilled sausages. For vegetarian options, try a mushroom risotto or a charcuterie board with aged cheeses and fig jam.
FOOD PAIRINGS
- Herb-roasted lamb and grilled sausages
- Mushroom risotto
- Charcuterie board with aged cheeses and fig jam
Why make the Connexion Red wine kit at Armstrong Wine & Brew?
Winexpert Limited Edition wines are produced once a year in limited quantities and are available by pre-order only. Once they’re gone, they’re gone. Connexion Red arrives in December 2026 and makes about 30 bottles (23 L).
Let us make it for you right here in our shop. We take care of every step, from starting the fermentation to clearing and stabilizing, and we’ll call you when your wine is ready to bottle.
Pricing and how to reserve
$170 per kit, plus a $55 make fee. Reserve multiple LE26 kits and save more: $10 off your 2nd kit, $15 off your 3rd, $20 off your 4th, $25 off your 5th and $30 off your 6th.
Reserve by Friday, October 30. There’s no deposit; you pay when you come in to make your kit. Call us at 250-546-6954, email info@armstrongwineandbrew.com, or stop by the store at 2545 Patterson Ave, Armstrong.
