About Musée du Vin Limited Shiojiri Merlot
- Style
- Red
- Grape Varieties
- Merlot
- Price Range
- ¥6,000-8,000
- 参考換算・推定値
Musée du Vin Limited Shiojiri Merlot is a top-tier expression from Alps Wine, crafted exclusively from premium Merlot grapes harvested in the Shiojiri region of Nagano Prefecture. This wine showcases the unique terroir of the Kikyogahara area, renowned for producing Japan's finest Merlot. It undergoes meticulous fermentation and aging in oak barrels, resulting in a sophisticated profile characterized by deep dark fruit notes, velvety tannins, and a complex, lingering finish. It represents one of the pinnacles of Japanese winemaking, balancing elegance with profound depth.
This is a true masterpiece of Japanese viticulture that must be experienced by any serious Merlot lover.
New to wine?
This is a perfect introduction to high-end Japanese red wine; it is smooth, approachable, and incredibly elegant.
Food Pairings
Pairs exceptionally well with roasted lamb, beef steak with red wine reduction, and aged hard cheeses. It also complements umami-rich Japanese dishes such as sukiyaki or grilled eel with soy-based glaze.
When to drink it
Ideal for celebratory dinners, formal gatherings, or as a prestigious gift for wine connoisseurs.
Terroir & Winemaking
Sourced from selected vineyards in Shiojiri, Nagano. Grapes are hand-sorted and fermented in temperature-controlled tanks. Aged in French oak barrels for approximately 12-18 months to integrate tannins and enhance complexity.
About the producer
Alps WineNagano's highest-volume winery, crafting benchmark Kikyogahara Merlot since 1927 through a 400-farm network and a 50-hectare estate—now distilled into the Musée du Vin flagship range.塩尻市, 長野県 · Founded 1927Visit the producer page →More wines from Alps Wine
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What does this wine taste like?
- It features rich aromas of black cherry and plum, complemented by subtle notes of vanilla and spice from oak aging.
- What food pairs best with this wine?
- It pairs best with rich meat dishes and umami-forward Japanese cuisine like sukiyaki.
- When is the best time to drink this wine?
- It is ready to drink now but will continue to evolve and improve with another 3 to 5 years of cellaring.
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