Bellwood Vineyard
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Expressing the unique terroir of Kaminoyama through pure, expressive wines.
Established in 2020 in Kaminoyama City, Yamagata Prefecture, Bellwood Vineyard is a boutique winery founded by Mr. Suzuki, a former chief winemaker at Asahimachi Wine. The winery focuses on expressing the unique terroir of Kaminoyama, a region known for its significant diurnal temperature variation and fruit cultivation. They produce a diverse range of wines, including the 'Collection Vin Petillant' (sparkling), 'Collection Classique' (still), and 'Domaine Cloche' (estate-grown/bottled) series, often utilizing minimal intervention techniques like unfiltered processing to capture the pure essence of the grapes.
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Who Is This For?
Ideal for those who appreciate Japanese craft wines that reflect local terroir and enjoy natural, unfiltered expressions.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the concept behind Bellwood Vineyard's labels?
- The labels are designed with a 'letter' motif, symbolizing that each bottle is a message from the winery to the consumer, conveying the unique characteristics of the year's climate and soil.
- Does the winery offer tastings?
- The winery shop is open to the public, but tastings are not guaranteed as they depend on the winery's operational status and staff availability.
- What kind of wines do they produce?
- They produce a wide variety of wines, including sparkling pét-nats, orange wines, and still wines made from both estate-grown and locally sourced grapes.