About this wine
Vagabondo Bianco ('white wanderer' in Italian) is a Sauvignon Blanc from Azucca e Azucco, the pioneering husband-and-wife winery in Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture — Aichi's first modern winery, founded by Daisuke and Azusa Suzaki after training in Tuscany and Sicily. Made entirely from estate-grown Sauvignon Blanc, the wine shows the crisp, zesty entry typical of the variety before softening into a gentler, more rounded finish, with fruit aromatics that continue to open up as the wine warms in the glass.
An easy, crisp introduction to Azucca e Azucco's white wines — Sauvignon Blanc's familiar zestiness with a gentler, more approachable finish.
Sommelier's Note
"A rare Japanese Sauvignon Blanc worth seeking out — its crisp opening and soft finish show that Toyota's warm, humid terroir can still produce real varietal tension."
Food Pairings
The crisp acidity of this Sauvignon Blanc suits sashimi of white fish, tempura, and dishes featuring sansai (wild mountain vegetables); its aromatic lift also complements goma-ae and citrus-dressed salads.
When to drink it
Casual weeknight dinners, aperitif, and pairings with light Japanese fish dishes.
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Sauvignon Blanc
- Style
- White
- Price Range
- ¥5,500-7,000 (reference estimate based on the producer's typical retail range for its estate white wines; no vintage-specific price was confirmed)
Terroir & Winemaking
100% estate-grown Sauvignon Blanc from Azucca e Azucco's Toyota City vineyard, fermented and finished as a still dry white; entry is crisp and zesty, transitioning to a soft, rounded finish that opens further with aeration.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What grape variety is Vagabondo Bianco made from?
- 100% Sauvignon Blanc, grown at Azucca e Azucco's own vineyard in Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture.
- What does Vagabondo Bianco taste like?
- It opens crisp and zesty on the palate, then softens into a gentle, rounded finish, with fruit aromas that expand as the wine sits in the glass.
- What food pairs well with Vagabondo Bianco?
- White fish sashimi, tempura, and dishes with sansai (wild mountain vegetables) pair especially well.
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