About Anaguma
- Style
- Rosé
- Grape Varieties
- Muscat Bailey A, Kyoho, Campbell Early, Pione, Steuben
- Price Range
- ¥2,000-2,500
- 720ml; estimated from comparable bottlings in the winery's animal-label series, exact retail price not publicly listed
- Alcohol
- 11%
A charming rosé blending five aromatic grape varieties — Muscat Bailey A, Kyoho, Campbell Early, Pione, and Steuben — each vinified separately before blending. Named after the badger that visits the vineyard at night, its label is painted by artist Mikio Ban. Dry and medium-bodied with bright strawberry aromatics.
One of the few Japanese rosés built from a five-variety field blend — proof that a tiny workshop can out-experiment much larger wineries.
New to wine?
An easy-drinking, fruit-forward rosé that's a friendly entry point into Japanese domestic wine.
Food Pairings
Pairs well with light appetizers, salads, and soft cheeses; its bright acidity also complements grilled white fish, cold cuts, and vinegared dishes.
When to drink it
Casual gatherings, aperitif, outdoor picnics
Terroir & Winemaking
Five grape varieties fermented separately using different winemaking methods, then blended into a single dry rosé. Basket-pressed and moved by gravity and siphon to minimize handling and preserve the grapes' natural delicacy.
About the producer
Ajimu Chiisana Wine KoubouSmall-batch, 100% local grape wines crafted with gentle, traditional methods.宇佐市, 大分県 · Founded 2010Visit the producer page →More wines from Ajimu Chiisana Wine Koubou
Frequently Asked Questions
- What grapes are used to make Anaguma rosé?
- Anaguma blends five aromatic grape varieties — Muscat Bailey A, Kyoho, Campbell Early, Pione, and Steuben — each fermented separately before being blended into the final rosé.
- What does Anaguma taste like?
- It's a dry, medium-bodied rosé with charming aromas reminiscent of fresh strawberries, backed by bright, refreshing acidity.
- Why is it called Anaguma (badger)?
- The name and label artwork, painted by artist Mikio Ban, depict the badger that visits the vineyard at night — one of several wines at this workshop named after local wildlife.
- What food pairs well with Anaguma?
- Its light body and bright acidity make it a natural match for cold appetizers, salads, soft cheeses, and vinegared Japanese dishes like sunomono.
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