Is 'Yoihana no Sonogo' dry or sweet?

It is off-dry (やや甘口) — gently sweet due to filtration, which distinguishes it from the bone-dry, unfiltered sibling 'Yoihana wa Atokara.' It is not a dessert wine in the traditional sense, but noticeably sweeter than a dry table wine.

What is the difference between 'Yoihana no Sonogo' and 'Yoihana wa Atokara'?

Both come from the same Fujisawa Farm Kerner grapes and the same 2019 vintage, but 'Yoihana no Sonogo' (よい花のその後) is filtered and off-dry, while 'Yoihana wa Atokara' (よい花は後から) is unfiltered and fully dry at 13% ABV. The filtration process imparts a rounder, slightly sweeter character.

How should I serve 'Yoihana no Sonogo'?

Serve well chilled (6–8°C) as an aperitif or with dessert. Works beautifully with Japanese sweets, miso-marinated fish, or blue cheese.

Is this wine still available?

The 2019 vintage was produced in very limited quantities and is largely sold out. Watch 10R Winery's official channels and specialty Japanese wine retailers for future releases.

What grape variety is used?

100% Kerner, a German crossing of Trollinger and Riesling that thrives in Yoichi's cool coastal climate, producing wines with floral aromatics, good acidity, and aromatic complexity.

CuvéeYoichiWhiteoff-dry

KWtN Fujisawa Farm Yoichi Kerner Yoihana no Sonogo

KWtN 藤澤農園余市ケルナーよい花のその後

10R Winery

About KWtN Fujisawa Farm Yoichi Kerner Yoihana no Sonogo

Style: White, off-dry
Grape Varieties: Kerner
Price Range: Approx. ¥3,000–5,000 per bottle (varies by vintage; typically sold out quickly).
Alcohol: 13

A semi-sweet white wine produced by 10R Winery under the KWtN label, crafted from Kerner grapes grown at Fujisawa Farm in Yoichi, Hokkaido. 'Yoihana no Sonogo' (よい花のその後 — 'what follows a good flower') is the filtered expression of this Yoichi Kerner — the more approachable, gently sweet sibling to the dry, unfiltered 'Yoihana wa Atokara.' Wild-yeast fermented and filtered for clarity, it offers aromas of white floral honey, baked apple, pine resin, and subtle herbs. On the palate it is off-dry with a silky, generous texture, lifted acidity, and a gently sweet finish — making it ideal as a dessert wine served chilled or as an aperitif.

Sommelier's Note

Think Alsatian Vendanges Tardives in miniature — aromatic Kerner preserved by filtration, with a honeyed sweetness that invites a second glass.

New to wine?

For those who find bone-dry wines a touch austere, 'Yoihana no Sonogo' is a perfect entry point. The off-dry, filtered style softens the Kerner's sharp edges while preserving its beautiful floral aromatics — easy to enjoy and hard to put down.

Food Pairings

Pairs beautifully with fruity, semi-sweet Japanese dishes. Excellent with miso-marinated fish (西京焼き), chestnut sweets (栗きんとん), wagashi, cream cheese with honey, and blue cheese. The gentle sweetness is a wonderful counterpoint to spicy dishes. Also harmonizes with the sweet-savory glaze of grilled eel (鰻の蒲焼).

When to drink it

Chilled as an aperitif, paired with a Japanese dessert course, or enjoyed as a special gift for someone who loves aromatic, gently sweet white wines.

Terroir & Winemaking

100% Kerner from Fujisawa Farm, Yoichi, Hokkaido. Wild-yeast fermented. Filtered (in contrast to its unfiltered sibling 'Yoihana wa Atokara'). Made by 10R Winery under the KWtN label. The 2019 vintage was released simultaneously as a pair — filtered (Yoihana no Sonogo) and unfiltered (Yoihana wa Atokara) — from the same lot, with filtration imparting a rounder, slightly sweeter character. ABV 13%.

About the producer

10R WineryThe Hokkaido winery that made Noma's sommelier call a Japanese Pinot Noir 'the best red wine in the world'岩見沢市, 北海道 · Founded 2012Visit the producer page →

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is 'Yoihana no Sonogo' dry or sweet?: It is off-dry (やや甘口) — gently sweet due to filtration, which distinguishes it from the bone-dry, unfiltered sibling 'Yoihana wa Atokara.' It is not a dessert wine in the traditional sense, but noticeably sweeter than a dry table wine.
What is the difference between 'Yoihana no Sonogo' and 'Yoihana wa Atokara'?: Both come from the same Fujisawa Farm Kerner grapes and the same 2019 vintage, but 'Yoihana no Sonogo' (よい花のその後) is filtered and off-dry, while 'Yoihana wa Atokara' (よい花は後から) is unfiltered and fully dry at 13% ABV. The filtration process imparts a rounder, slightly sweeter character.
How should I serve 'Yoihana no Sonogo'?: Serve well chilled (6–8°C) as an aperitif or with dessert. Works beautifully with Japanese sweets, miso-marinated fish, or blue cheese.
Is this wine still available?: The 2019 vintage was produced in very limited quantities and is largely sold out. Watch 10R Winery's official channels and specialty Japanese wine retailers for future releases.
What grape variety is used?: 100% Kerner, a German crossing of Trollinger and Riesling that thrives in Yoichi's cool coastal climate, producing wines with floral aromatics, good acidity, and aromatic complexity.

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