About Domaine Q
- Founded
- 2000
- 26 years ago
- Location
- 甲府市
- 山梨県
- Wines listed
- 6
- Sparkling 1, White 3, Red 1, Sweet 1
- Main grapes
- Koshu, Muscat Bailey A, Neo Muscat
Located at 47 Sakurai-cho in Kofu City, Yamanashi Prefecture, Domaine Q (also known as "Dom. Q" or "Domaine Kyu") is operated by Kofu Wine Port Co., Ltd. and was established in 2000, taking its name from a character in founder Kubodera's surname. Renowned as one of Japan's smallest, most consolidated wineries, it is also home to one of the country's largest estate-owned Pinot Noir vineyards -- a variety notoriously difficult to grow in Japan's humid climate. The roughly 25,000 square meter south-facing estate vineyard sits on well-draining, stony granite soil on slopes overlooking the Kofu Basin, benefiting from strong sun exposure and cooling winds off the Southern Alps. Beyond Pinot Noir, the winery crafts wine from Koshu, Muscat Bailey A, Neo Muscat, and early-harvest green Delaware grapes, and operates an on-site steakhouse restaurant, "Bordeaux."
Who Is This For?
For those seeking rare Japanese-grown Pinot Noir and the earliest nouveau wine of the season, alongside a boutique, hands-on winery experience.
Wines of Domaine Q
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Location & Nearby
- Address
- 山梨県甲府市桜井町47View map ↗
- Founded
- 2000
Source: kofuwineport.jp (checked Sep 2026) / kofu-tourism.com (checked Sep 2026)
The pin with the gold outline marks Domaine Q.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Domaine Q's signature wine?
- Its best-known wine is "Nounoubeau," Japan's earliest nouveau wine, made from green (unripened) Delaware grapes and released every July 31st.
- Why is Domaine Q notable for Pinot Noir?
- Despite Japan's humid climate making Pinot Noir difficult to grow, Domaine Q cultivates one of the country's largest estate-owned Pinot Noir vineyards on well-draining granite soil overlooking the Kofu Basin.
- Can visitors tour the winery?
- Yes, vineyard and winery tours with tastings are available by reservation, made at least one week in advance. The winery is closed on Tuesdays.
- Where is Domaine Q located?
- The winery and vineyards are in Sakurai-cho, Kofu City, Yamanashi Prefecture, on south-facing slopes overlooking the Kofu Basin.