About this wine
Akiu Field Blend Blanc is Akiu Winery's flagship white wine, crafted from 100% estate-grown grapes co-fermented as a field blend of Pinot Gris (71%) and Gewürztraminer (29%). Grown in soil rich in "Akiu-ishi" volcanic tuff in Sendai's Akiu hot-spring district, the wine shows floral aromas of lychee and rose with a note of white pepper spice. On the palate it is dry with soft acidity and an oily texture carrying a pleasant, structuring bitterness, at around 9% ABV. Best served at 10-14°C, it is released in limited quantities each vintage (2022, 2023, 2024) through the winery's online store and tasting room.
An easy, aromatic entry point into Japanese white wine — lychee and rose florals up front, with a food-friendly dry finish.
Sommelier's Note
"A rare Japanese field blend where Pinot Gris and Gewürztraminer are grown and co-fermented together — the lychee-and-rose aromatics paired with an unexpectedly oily, structuring bitterness make this a genuinely distinctive bottle."
Food Pairings
Its aromatic lift and oily texture make it a natural match for meat-based appetizers, spiced dishes, and Oriental cuisine. It also pairs well with Japanese fare that shares its spice-forward profile, such as yuzu-kosho-marinated grilled fish or vegetable tempura with a pinch of shichimi pepper.
When to drink it
Aromatic dinners with spiced or ethnic-inspired dishes, and as a distinctive gift for those curious about Japanese field-blend wines.
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Pinot Gris, Gewürztraminer
- Style
- White
- Price Range
- ¥5,500-5,800
Terroir & Winemaking
A field blend of 100% estate-grown Pinot Gris (71%) and Gewürztraminer (29%), harvested from Akiu Winery's own vineyard planted in Akiu-ishi (volcanic tuff) soil. Dry style, approximately 9% ABV. Released annually in limited quantities (vintages include 2022, 2023, and 2024).
Frequently Asked Questions
- What grape varieties are in Akiu Field Blend Blanc?
- It is a field blend of Pinot Gris (71%) and Gewürztraminer (29%), both grown in Akiu Winery's own estate vineyard and co-fermented together.
- What does Akiu Field Blend Blanc taste like?
- Floral aromas of lychee and rose lead to a dry palate with soft acidity, an oily texture, and a pleasant, structuring bitterness, with a note of white pepper spice.
- What food pairs well with it?
- Meat-based appetizers, spiced dishes, and Oriental cuisine; in a Japanese context, yuzu-kosho grilled fish or shichimi-dusted vegetable tempura work well.
- What is the recommended serving temperature?
- 10-14°C is recommended to balance its aromatics with its oily texture.
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