About Makioka Kyoho Kyoho MC
- Style
- Rosé
- Grape Varieties
- Kyoho
- Price Range
- ¥2,420
- 750ml, tax included
- Alcohol
- 11%
Makioka Kyoho Kyoho MC is a rosé from Cantina Hiro made with 100% Kyoho grapes grown in the Makioka district of Yamanashi City — one of Japan's leading Kyoho-growing areas. The wine is produced using the maceration carbonique method (マセラシオン・カルボニック), in which whole, uncrushed clusters of Kyoho are sealed in a tank under a carbon-dioxide atmosphere to undergo intracellular fermentation before pressing. This technique favors the extraction of the grape's naturally vivid, fruity primary aromas while minimizing tannin extraction, producing a light-bodied, dry, fresh, early-drinking rosé meant to showcase the character of Makioka-grown Kyoho rather than a sweet or dessert-style wine. The 2017 vintage was released in 750ml bottles at 11% ABV.
A rare, honest look at what Japan's beloved table grape can do when handled with a fermentation technique built for freshness — proof that Kyoho deserves a place in the wine glass, not just the fruit bowl.
New to wine?
An approachable, fruit-forward introduction to what Japan's table-grape Kyoho can do in wine form — light, dry, and easy to enjoy chilled.
Food Pairings
The bright fruit aromatics and light, dry palate suit chilled appetizers, fresh salads, and citrus-dressed seafood; on the Japanese side it works well with hiyayakko (chilled tofu), sansai tempura, and other delicately seasoned dishes.
When to drink it
Good for casual gatherings, aperitifs, and as a conversation-starting introduction to Japanese wine made from table grapes.
Terroir & Winemaking
Made from 100% Kyoho grown in the Makioka district of Yamanashi City. Produced by maceration carbonique: whole clusters are sealed in a carbon-dioxide-rich tank to ferment intracellularly before pressing, emphasizing fresh primary fruit aromatics while limiting tannin extraction. 2017 vintage, 750ml, ABV 11%.
About the producer
Cantina HiroAiming to make Makioka Japan's own Barolo, one Italian variety at a time.山梨市, 山梨県 · Founded 2018Visit the producer page →Frequently Asked Questions
- What does Kyoho MC mean?
- "MC" stands for maceration carbonique (マセラシオン・カルボニック), a whole-cluster, carbon-dioxide fermentation method that emphasizes fresh fruit aromas and limits tannin extraction.
- Is this wine sweet?
- No — despite the vivid Kyoho fruit aromatics, it is vinified as a dry (辛口), light-bodied rosé rather than a sweet style.
- What food pairs well with it?
- Its light, dry, fruit-forward profile pairs well with chilled appetizers, fresh salads, and delicately seasoned Japanese dishes such as hiyayakko or sansai tempura.
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