AKASAKA Vineyard
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Estate-grown Sorachi grapes, crafted via contract winemaking at Yamazaki Winery
AKASAKA Vineyard is a boutique wine producer in the Tatsufu district of Mikasa City, in Hokkaido's Sorachi region. Founder Takuya Akasaka trained for six years at the neighboring Yamazaki Winery before starting his own vineyard on adjacent land, growing Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc, and Pinot Gris. The wines are produced through contract winemaking (itaku jozo) at Yamazaki Winery using estate-grown grapes. The debut release, DOG WOOD 2023 (Hanamizuki), a dry white wine, sold out shortly after launch. AKASAKA Vineyard is a member of the Sorachi Wine Association, which supports the region's growing community of small-scale, terroir-focused producers.
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Who Is This For?
For those who appreciate small, terroir-driven Japanese vineyards, and who are curious about the contract-winemaking (itaku jozo) model many emerging producers use to bring their first vintages to market.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Does AKASAKA Vineyard have its own winery facility?
- No. AKASAKA Vineyard grows its own grapes in the Tatsufu district of Mikasa City, but the wine itself is produced through contract winemaking at the neighboring Yamazaki Winery.
- What grape varieties does AKASAKA Vineyard grow?
- The vineyard cultivates Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc, and Pinot Gris on its own estate.
- What is AKASAKA Vineyard's first wine?
- Its debut release is DOG WOOD 2023 (Hanamizuki), a dry white wine made from estate-grown grapes, which sold out shortly after launch.
- Where is AKASAKA Vineyard located?
- In the Tatsufu district of Mikasa City, within Hokkaido's Sorachi wine region.
- Is AKASAKA Vineyard part of a wine association?
- Yes, it is a registered member of the Sorachi Wine Association.