Mariko Awa Rosé
椀子のあわ ロゼ
Chateau Mercian
Merlot · Cabernet Franc · Syrah · Cabernet Sauvignon
About this wine
Mariko Awa Rosé is a dry sparkling rosé from Château Mercian's Mariko Vineyard in the Marumaki district of Ueda City, Nagano Prefecture. Crafted from the estate's black grape varieties, it shows a delicate salmon-pink hue with fine, persistent bubbles and an elegant nose of cherry, wild strawberry, raspberry, and cranberry layered with subtle floral notes. The palate is crisp and dry, carrying the same vivid red-fruit character found in Mariko's celebrated still rosé, made lively and refreshing by fine effervescence.
A gentle, food-friendly introduction to Japanese sparkling rosé — bright red-berry aromas with a crisp, easy-drinking finish.
Sommelier's Note
"A rare Japanese sparkling rosé built on the same estate-grown black grapes behind Mariko's acclaimed still rosé — vivid red-fruit character carried by fine, elegant bubbles."
Food Pairings
Excellent as an aperitif, and pairs beautifully with sea bream carpaccio, tomato caprese, marinated vegetables, and prosciutto. With Japanese cuisine, it complements sashimi of white fish and lightly salted tempura.
When to drink it
Celebratory dinners, aperitif hour, and casual gatherings pairing wine with light appetizers.
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon
- Style
- Rosé, Sparkling
- Price Range
- ¥5,000-6,500
Terroir & Winemaking
Made from black grape varieties (Merlot and other Bordeaux/Rhône varieties) hand-harvested at the estate-owned Mariko Vineyard, known for its low rainfall, well-drained soil, and pronounced diurnal temperature swings. Vinified as a dry sparkling rosé to preserve fresh red-berry aromatics and produce a fine, persistent mousse.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does Mariko Awa Rosé taste like?
- It shows bright cherry, wild strawberry, and raspberry aromas with fine, persistent bubbles and a crisp, dry finish.
- What food pairs best with Mariko Awa Rosé?
- It pairs beautifully with sea bream carpaccio, tomato caprese, marinated vegetables, and prosciutto, and also works well as an aperitif.
- What grapes are used in Mariko Awa Rosé?
- It is made from black grape varieties, primarily Merlot alongside other Bordeaux and Rhône varieties grown at Château Mercian's Mariko Vineyard.
- How is Mariko Awa Rosé different from Mariko Rosé?
- Mariko Rosé is a still dry rosé, while Mariko Awa Rosé is its sparkling counterpart, made from the same estate's black grapes but vinified with fine, persistent bubbles.
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