How is this different from the winery's standard 'Yamanashi Muscat Bailey A Barrel Aged'?

Both are oak-aged Muscat Bailey A reds from the same winery, but the Private Reserve is the producer's own upper-tier line — the two are listed as separate products on the official site, with different vintages, ABV, and award results (Private Reserve: Silver at IWC 2026 and Decanter WWA 2026; standard: Gold at IWC 2026 and Bronze at Decanter WWA 2026).

What does it taste like?

Strawberry and raspberry aromas with a layer of oak-derived vanilla, rich fruit sweetness, supple acidity, and gentle, well-integrated tannins — an elegant, medium-bodied red.

What food pairs best with this wine?

Soy-glazed grilled meats, roasted duck, and dishes with rich umami depth, such as sukiyaki or unagi kabayaki, bring out the wine's oak nuance and fruit character.

What is the alcohol content and vintage?

The bottling confirmed on the winery's official product page is the 2024 vintage at 11.0% ABV, 750ml, medium-bodied red.

CuvéeKatsunumaRed

Yamanashi Muscat Bailey A Barrel Aged Private Reserve

山梨マスカットベーリーA樽貯蔵プライベートR

Chateraise Belle Foret Winery Katsunuma

About Yamanashi Muscat Bailey A Barrel Aged Private Reserve

Style: Red
Grape Varieties: Muscat Bailey A
Price Range: Approx. ¥3,500-5,000; 750ml estimate; not listed on the official site or major retailers, based on its positioning as the premium 'Private Reserve' tier above the standard bottling at ¥2,970
Alcohol: 11.0%

Yamanashi Muscat Bailey A Barrel Aged Private Reserve is a premium red wine from Chateraise Belle Foret Winery Katsunuma, positioned by the winery as the upper-tier Private Reserve edition of its oak-aged Muscat Bailey A. Made from Yamanashi-grown Muscat Bailey A and matured slowly in oak barrels, it shows vivid strawberry and raspberry aromas layered with vanilla notes from the oak, with rich fruit character, supple acidity, and gentle, well-integrated tannins, producing an elegant, medium-bodied red. The 2024 vintage was awarded Silver at the International Wine Challenge 2026 and Silver at the Decanter World Wine Awards 2026. It is a distinct bottling from the winery's standard 'Yamanashi Muscat Bailey A Barrel Aged' (山梨マスカットベーリーA樽貯蔵), which the producer itself distinguishes as the more premium 'Private Reserve' line — the two are separately listed on the winery's official product page and carry different accolades and specifications.

Sommelier's Note

The producer's own 'Private Reserve' framing sets expectations for extra depth, and the oak-driven vanilla layered over ripe Muscat Bailey A fruit delivers on that promise without losing the grape's signature approachability.

New to wine?

A gentle next step for those who enjoyed the winery's standard barrel-aged Muscat Bailey A — the oak character is a touch more pronounced but tannins stay soft and approachable.

Food Pairings

The oak-derived vanilla notes and supple tannins pair beautifully with grilled meats glazed in soy-based tare, roasted duck, and aged hard cheeses. It also complements mushroom risotto and dishes with umami-rich, savory depth.

When to drink it

Suited to special dinners, celebratory gifts, or moments calling for the winery's premium reserve-tier red.

Terroir & Winemaking

Made from Yamanashi-grown Muscat Bailey A, matured slowly in oak barrels to develop vanilla nuance and structure. 2024 vintage, 750ml, medium-bodied red, ABV 11.0%. Awarded Silver at the International Wine Challenge 2026 and Silver at the Decanter World Wine Awards 2026.

About the producer

Chateraise Belle Foret Winery KatsunumaChateraise's boutique Koshu winery in Katsunuma甲州市, 山梨県 · Founded 2000Visit the producer page →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How is this different from the winery's standard 'Yamanashi Muscat Bailey A Barrel Aged'?: Both are oak-aged Muscat Bailey A reds from the same winery, but the Private Reserve is the producer's own upper-tier line — the two are listed as separate products on the official site, with different vintages, ABV, and award results (Private Reserve: Silver at IWC 2026 and Decanter WWA 2026; standard: Gold at IWC 2026 and Bronze at Decanter WWA 2026).
What does it taste like?: Strawberry and raspberry aromas with a layer of oak-derived vanilla, rich fruit sweetness, supple acidity, and gentle, well-integrated tannins — an elegant, medium-bodied red.
What food pairs best with this wine?: Soy-glazed grilled meats, roasted duck, and dishes with rich umami depth, such as sukiyaki or unagi kabayaki, bring out the wine's oak nuance and fruit character.
What is the alcohol content and vintage?: The bottling confirmed on the winery's official product page is the 2024 vintage at 11.0% ABV, 750ml, medium-bodied red.

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