Charmant Wine
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Hokuto estate winery devoted to Cabernet Franc
Charmant Wine is a historic estate winery in the Hakushu and Takane districts of Hokuto City, Yamanashi, founded in 1963 by Eigashima Shuzo, a sake brewery based in Akashi, Hyogo. At the foot of the Southern Alps' Mt. Kaikomagatake, the winery has cultivated European wine grape varieties on its own vineyards since 1964, handling every step from grape growing to bottling in-house. Well-drained sandy soils and a cool, high-altitude climate with wide diurnal temperature swings make the area especially suited to Cabernet Franc, the winery's signature variety, alongside Koshu and Muscat Bailey A. Guided by the philosophy that 'good wine starts with good ingredients,' Charmant Wine practices cover-crop viticulture without herbicides or chemical fertilizers, limits yields to concentrate flavor, and hand-destems its top-tier wines to avoid stem-derived bitterness.
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Who Is This For?
For those drawn to Japan's terroir-driven reds, especially fans of Cabernet Franc, and diners seeking elegant, food-friendly wines that pair beautifully with delicate Japanese cuisine.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Charmant Wine located?
- In the Hakushu and Takane districts of Hokuto City, Yamanashi Prefecture, at the foot of the Southern Alps' Mt. Kaikomagatake.
- What is Charmant Wine's signature grape?
- Cabernet Franc, grown in the area's well-drained sandy soils; the winery also produces Koshu and Muscat Bailey A.
- When was Charmant Wine founded?
- It was established in 1963 by Eigashima Shuzo, with vineyard planting beginning in 1964, making it one of Hokuto's most historic wineries.
- Does Charmant Wine grow its own grapes?
- Yes, it is an estate winery that manages every step in-house, from cultivating grapes on its own vineyards to fermentation and bottling.
- What is a good starting point for beginners?
- The Chateau Charmant Cabernet Franc Ojiro is known for its soft, approachable style, making it a good entry point for those new to Cabernet Franc.