About Ninomiya Muscat Bailey A
- Style
- Red
- Grape Varieties
- Muscat Bailey A
- Price Range
- ¥3,800-4,700
Ninomiya Muscat Bailey A is 8 vin-yard MISAKA's barrel-aged red, made entirely from Muscat Bailey A grapes grown in the Ninomiya district of Misaka Town, Fuefuki City, Yamanashi — the heart of the winery's own vineyard network. The grapes are fermented on their skins for deep color and structure, then aged in French oak barrels, which lend gentle vanilla and caramel notes that fold into the grape's naturally fresh, berry-driven fruit. Medium-light in body at 12% ABV, it is a polished, endlessly drinkable expression of oak-aged Muscat Bailey A.
A textbook example of how French oak can elevate Muscat Bailey A without masking it — the vanilla and caramel notes frame the grape's fresh berry fruit rather than covering it up.
New to wine?
A gentle, approachable red for newcomers to Japanese wine — soft tannins, no harsh bitterness, and a friendly touch of oak sweetness.
Food Pairings
A natural match for Japanese home cooking — soy-based simmered dishes (nimono), yakitori, and grilled unagi — thanks to its soft tannins and low acidity. Also pairs well with tomato-based pasta, grilled chicken, and beef stew.
When to drink it
Weeknight dinners with Japanese home cooking, casual gatherings, and as an easy introduction to Yamanashi red wine.
Terroir & Winemaking
100% Muscat Bailey A grapes grown in the Ninomiya district of Misaka, Fuefuki City, Yamanashi. Fermented on the skins, then aged in French oak barrels. ABV 12%. Contains sulfites (added as an antioxidant). 750ml bottle.
About the producer
8 VineyardConnoisseur's Award winner at the 8th Japan Winery Award 2025 — a JA Fuefuki cooperative winery in Misaka Town producing 100% estate-grown wines from Japan's top grape-growing city, with 60-year-old Muscat Bailey A vines and a flagship Koshu that won the 2021 SAKURA AWARD.笛吹市, 山梨県 · Founded 1963Visit the producer page →More wines from 8 Vineyard
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What does Ninomiya Muscat Bailey A taste like?
- It combines the fresh, red-berry fruitiness typical of Muscat Bailey A with vanilla and caramel notes from French oak aging, finishing smooth with soft tannins.
- What food pairs well with it?
- It pairs especially well with Japanese soy-based simmered dishes, yakitori, and grilled meats, as well as tomato-based pasta and beef stew.
- Is it a good wine for beginners?
- Yes — its soft tannins, low acidity, and gentle oak sweetness make it an easy, approachable entry point into Japanese red wine.
- What is the alcohol content?
- It is 12% ABV, in a standard 750ml bottle.
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