About Fox Village Hidamari Koshu
- Style
- White
- Grape Varieties
- Koshu
- Price Range
- ¥1,800-2,000
- reference conversion from ¥1,980 tax-included retail
- Alcohol
- 12%
Fox Village Hidamari Koshu ('sunlit' selection) is Alps Wine Co., Ltd.'s easy-drinking entry point into the Fox Village line, aimed at wine beginners with a sweet-to-medium-dry style. Made from 100% Yamanashi-grown Koshu, it shows a honey-yellow color with citrus and honey nuances and a rich, generous fruit character, finishing refreshingly semi-dry. Non-vintage, sealed with a screw cap, bottled at 12% ABV.
If you think Japanese wine is too subtle to enjoy on its own, start here — its honeyed citrus fruit and gentle sweetness make Koshu instantly likable.
New to wine?
Part of the brand's dedicated 'beginner' selection — its honeyed fruit and gentle sweetness make it one of the most approachable Koshu wines available.
Food Pairings
Its gentle sweetness and rich fruit character make it forgiving with a wide range of everyday Japanese dishes, from tempura to simmered vegetables and lightly seasoned seafood.
When to drink it
A relaxed, sunny-afternoon pour for casual gatherings, or a comfortable first glass for those trying Japanese wine for the first time.
Terroir & Winemaking
100% Koshu grapes from Yamanashi Prefecture, bottled non-vintage under screw cap at 12% ABV, finished in a semi-dry (yaya-amakuchi to medium-dry) style for approachability.
About the producer
Alps Wine Co., Ltd.Small family winery in Yamanashi crafting clean, honest wines since 1962笛吹市, 山梨県 · Founded 1962Visit the producer page →Frequently Asked Questions
- What does Fox Village Hidamari Koshu taste like?
- It has a honey-yellow color with citrus and honey aromas, rich fruit character, and a refreshing semi-dry to medium-dry finish.
- Is this a good wine for wine beginners?
- Yes — it belongs to Alps Wine's 'Hidamari Selection', created specifically as an approachable, easy-drinking entry point for those new to wine.
- How should it be served?
- Best served chilled, around 6-10°C, to highlight its fresh citrus and honey notes.
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