About Caney Koshu Iwaimura-Kawakubo
- Style
- White
- Grape Varieties
- Koshu
- Price Range
- ¥4,000-6,000
- estimated market range for small-production single-vineyard Koshu from this winery; exact current retail price not publicly listed
A single-vineyard Koshu from Caney Wine's Iwaimura-Kawakubo parcel in Yamanashi City, bottled under the Caney label used for the winery's Japanese-native-variety wines. Grown on the Kanai family's organically farmed plots, it shows the delicate citrus and mineral character typical of Koshu grown in this corner of the Kofu Basin.
One of the few single-parcel Koshu bottlings from a winery that sells out on release — a quietly serious wine from an unassuming husband-and-wife operation.
New to wine?
A gentle, food-friendly introduction to Japan's signature grape, Koshu.
Food Pairings
A natural match for delicate Japanese cuisine: white fish sashimi, steamed clams, and light tempura. Its citrus-driven acidity also works well with soft cheeses.
When to drink it
Everyday dinners with Japanese food, or a quiet evening exploring Japanese terroir wines.
Terroir & Winemaking
Single-vineyard Koshu from the Iwaimura-Kawakubo plot, farmed with minimal intervention on the Kanai family's organically managed vines; small-lot, hand-crafted production.
About the producer
Caney WineHusband-and-wife organic winery in Yamanashi since 1962.山梨市, 山梨県 · Founded 1962Visit the producer page →Frequently Asked Questions
- What grape is Caney Koshu Iwaimura-Kawakubo made from?
- It is made from 100% Koshu, Japan's most widely planted native wine grape, sourced from a single parcel called Iwaimura-Kawakubo within Caney Wine's own vineyards in Yamanashi City.
- What does this wine taste like?
- Expect a light-bodied white with citrus and subtle mineral notes, characteristic of Koshu grown in the Kofu Basin, with a clean, gently textured finish.
- Is this wine organic?
- Caney Wine farms around 60% of its vineyards organically, including experimentation with biodynamic methods, though the winery is not formally certified organic.
- Why is it hard to find this wine?
- Caney Wine is a tiny husband-and-wife operation producing wine in extremely limited quantities, and releases typically sell out quickly.
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