About Passerelle Blanc
- Style
- White
- Grape Varieties
- Petit Manseng, Albariño, Pinot Gris, Gewürztraminer, Chenin Blanc
- Price Range
- Approx. ¥3,500
- excl. tax
- Alcohol
- 12%
Passerelle Blanc is Domaine Passerelle's field-blend dry white, made from certified-organic grapes (JAS/OFPA22-002) grown in a single estate vineyard at roughly 850m elevation in Oigamori, Nagasaka, Hokuto City, Yamanashi. Rather than vinifying each variety separately, the winery co-ferments Petit Manseng, Albariño, Pinot Gris, Gewürztraminer, and Chenin Blanc together (field blend / field co-fermentation) to express the site as a whole. The 2025 vintage was hand-harvested from whole clusters, gently whole-bunch pressed under nitrogen to avoid oxidation, and fermented with native yeasts using a scale-up (pied de cuve) method at low temperature, unsugared. The wine rested on fine lees for six months before a minimal sulfite addition at bottling. It shows aromas of white peach and lychee with elegant floral, rose-like notes, rich fruit, firm acidity, and a touch of soft sweetness that rounds out the palate.
A striking example of field-blend winemaking in Japan — five organic varieties co-fermented from a single high-altitude vineyard produce an aromatic, harmonious white that speaks clearly of its Hokuto terroir.
New to wine?
An approachable, aromatic introduction to Japanese craft organic wine — refreshing, food-friendly, and not overly complex for first-timers.
Food Pairings
A versatile food wine thanks to its aromatic complexity and balanced acidity — pairs well with fresh seafood, light poultry, and vegetable-forward dishes, as well as lightly spiced Asian cuisine.
When to drink it
Great for warm-weather dining, seafood-centered dinners, or as a thoughtful gift for those interested in Japanese organic winemaking.
Terroir & Winemaking
2025 vintage. Field blend of five organically farmed white varieties from a single 850m-elevation vineyard in Nagasaka, Hokuto City, Yamanashi (organic certification No. OFPA22-002). Whole-bunch, nitrogen-flushed pressing to limit oxidation; native (spontaneous) fermentation via a scale-up (pied de cuve) method at low temperature in stainless steel tanks; unsugared; six months' aging on fine lees; minimal sulfite addition at bottling. ABV 12.0%. Bottle size 750ml. Reference retail price approx. ¥3,500 (excl. tax), released July 2026.
About the producer
Domaine PasserelleRegenerative, JAS-organic winemaking at 850m in Hokuto北杜市, 山梨県 · Founded 2022Visit the producer page →More wines from Domaine Passerelle
Frequently Asked Questions
- What grape varieties are used in Passerelle Blanc?
- It is a field blend of five organically farmed white varieties from a single vineyard: Petit Manseng (42%), Albariño (27%), Pinot Gris (13%), Gewürztraminer (12%), and Chenin Blanc (6%).
- What does Passerelle Blanc taste like?
- It has aromas of white peach and lychee with elegant floral, rose-like notes. On the palate it is rich in fruit with firm acidity and a touch of soft sweetness, giving a well-balanced, harmonious dry white.
- What food pairs well with Passerelle Blanc?
- Its aromatic complexity and lively acidity pair beautifully with fresh seafood, sashimi, tempura, and vegetable-forward Japanese dishes, as well as light poultry and creamy pasta.
- Is Passerelle Blanc an organic wine?
- Yes. The grapes are certified organic (JAS organic, certification No. OFPA22-002) and grown at roughly 850m elevation in a single estate vineyard in Nagasaka, Hokuto City, Yamanashi.
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