About Gensaku-zukuri Red
- Style
- Red
- Grape Varieties
- Muscat Bailey A
- Price Range
- ¥1,650
- 720ml, tax included
Gensaku-zukuri Red is Chichibu Wine's easy-drinking, non-vintage daily red, part of the entry-level 'Gensaku-zukuri' series that also includes the winery's Koshu Gris white. Made primarily from Muscat Bailey A, it is blended from both Japanese-grown grapes and imported fruit/must from Chile, as stated on the official product label ('imported fruit wine'). The result is a medium-bodied, slightly light-styled red with balanced acidity and soft tannins and a deep, comforting fruit character. The label design depicts fermenting red wine, echoing the wine's approachable, everyday character. This is a distinct, more affordable line from the winery's flagship 'Gensaku-jirushi' (源作印) label.
A no-fuss, everyday red that shows Chichibu Wine's approachable side — don't mistake it for the premium 'Gensaku-jirushi' or Domaine Chichibu lines; this is the winery's casual, budget-friendly table wine.
New to wine?
An easy, wallet-friendly way to try Chichibu Wine's house style — light-medium body with soft, approachable red-fruit flavors.
Food Pairings
The winery recommends yakitori thigh with sweet soy glaze (tare), pork sauté with Worcestershire sauce, tomato-based pasta, bonito sashimi with tartar sauce, hamburg steak simmered in tomato sauce, and cheeses such as cheddar, Mimolette, and smoked gouda — built for casual izakaya-style meals.
When to drink it
Casual izakaya-style dinners, yakitori nights, and everyday meals at home.
Terroir & Winemaking
Non-vintage (NV) red blended primarily from Muscat Bailey A, sourced from both Japanese vineyards and imported Chilean fruit/must, as disclosed on the official product label. Medium-bodied with a slightly light structure, balanced acidity and soft tannins. Bottled in 720ml.
About the producer
Chichibu WineSaitama's oldest winery, crafting the storied 'Gensaku-jirushi' wines since 1940.小鹿野町, 埼玉県 · Founded 1940Visit the producer page →More wines from Chichibu Wine
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What grape is Gensaku-zukuri Red made from?
- It is made primarily from Muscat Bailey A, using a blend of Japanese-grown grapes and imported fruit/must from Chile, as stated on the official product label.
- Is Gensaku-zukuri Red a vintage wine?
- No, it is bottled as a non-vintage (NV) blend, so there is no single harvest year printed on the label.
- What food pairs well with Gensaku-zukuri Red?
- The winery recommends yakitori with sweet soy sauce, pork sauté, tomato-based pasta, and cheeses like cheddar or smoked gouda — it's built for casual izakaya-style meals.
- How is Gensaku-zukuri Red different from Chichibu Wine's 'Gensaku-jirushi' (源作印) wines?
- Gensaku-zukuri is a separate, more affordable entry-level line, while Gensaku-jirushi is the winery's established flagship label — the two should not be confused despite the similar name.
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