Koshu Hikari 2022

Description

Vintage Koshu wine from Yamanashi Japan. Made from Japan's indigenous Koshu grape, Koshu Hikari 2022 is a beautifully refined white wine that expresses elegance and purity.

Grape: 100% Koshu

Contains sulfites

Limited stock available.

Produced by Lumiere Winery, Yamanashi Japan

Established in 1885, Lumiere is a family-owned winery continuously operating for 130 years in Yamanashi prefecture where is the most famous and historical region for Japan’s wine production. We have challenged and succeeded in making high quality wines.

Since 1967, our wines have won medals in European top competitions.

Tasting notes

Koshu is the traditional grape variety of Japan and has been grown for over 1000 years in Yamanashi. This crispy dry white wine is made from the Japanese traditional grape variety "Koshu" 100% , grown in Yamanashi Prefecture where is the motherland of Koshu, using the Sur Lie method, well-aged on the wine lees for 6 months to extract the structure, body and thickness. Characterized by refreshing scent of Japanese green apple, white peach or Yuzu, with moderate acidity.

Serving

Suggestions: chilled, serve in wine glass

Pairs with: An excellent match for sushi, sashimi, oysters, grilled white fish, shellfish, tempura, fresh salads, and lightly seasoned poultry. Its crisp acidity and delicate minerality also pair beautifully with Scandinavian seafood and vegetable dishes.