English Trifle

In a large glass bowl, combine the gelatin and 2 cups boiling water. Mix until dissolved. Mix together the wine, reserved fruit cocktail syrup and enough cold water to equal 1 3/4 cups. Add to gelatin and mix well. Add cubed cake and fruit to mixture; stir and refrigerate 4 to 5 hours. Prepare custard according to packaging to equal 2 cups. Pour over gelatin mixture and refrigerate. Top with whipped topping before serving.