About this wine
The Nana Tsu Mori Passetoutgrain is Domaine Takahiko's reimagining of the Burgundian Passetoutgrain — but instead of Gamay blended with Pinot Noir, winemaker Takahiko Soga uses Zweigelt, a cold-climate red variety that thrives in Yoichi, Hokkaido. Sourced from the estate's 4.6-hectare Nana Tsu Mori vineyard (meaning 'Seven Forest,' named after the seven fruit trees that once grew on the land), the wine is crafted with 100% whole-cluster fermentation, wild yeast fermentation, no added sulfur, and bottled unfined and unfiltered. The result is a wine of remarkable precision and depth: bright red cherry, chestnut, dried mushroom, and a signature umami-laden forest character that bridges Japanese terroir and Burgundian philosophy.
A lighter, more playful take on Domaine Takahiko — earthy and vibrant, best served slightly chilled.
Sommelier's Note
"This is Japan's answer to Burgundian Passetoutgrain — and it surpasses the original in originality. Do not miss it."
Food Pairings
The wine's forest-driven umami and smoky complexity make it a natural companion for mushroom risotto, roasted duck, and charcuterie. Its fine tannins and refreshing acidity also shine alongside earthy, umami-rich preparations.
When to drink it
Perfect for an intimate Japanese dinner, weekend gatherings with natural wine enthusiasts, or any occasion where you want to showcase the best of Japanese wine.
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Pinot Noir, Zweigelt
- Style
- Red
- Price Range
- ¥15,000-25,000
Terroir & Winemaking
Produced from the estate's 4.6-hectare Nana Tsu Mori vineyard in Yoichi, Hokkaido, at approximately 60 meters above sea level. Grapes are 100% whole-cluster fermented with indigenous yeasts. No sulfur is added at any stage. The wine is aged in old oak barrels for approximately 12 months, then bottled unfined and unfiltered.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What grape varieties are used in Nana Tsu Mori Passetoutgrain?
- The wine is primarily Pinot Noir blended with a small proportion of Zweigelt — Hokkaido's answer to Gamay in the traditional Passetoutgrain style.
- What does it taste like?
- Expect bright red cherry and chestnut aromas with a distinctive smoky forest character, dried mushroom, fine tannins, and a long umami-driven finish.
- How is it different from the Nana Tsu Mori Pinot Noir?
- The Passetoutgrain is the more approachable, lighter sibling — slightly more color and tannin from the Zweigelt, but even more vibrant and food-friendly than the pure Pinot Noir.
- When should I drink it?
- It is enjoyable now, but rewards patience — cellaring for 5 or more years will reveal greater complexity and integration.
- Why is it so hard to find?
- Domaine Takahiko produces fewer than 3,000 cases annually from 4.6 hectares. Allocation is handled through a lottery system at select retailers in Japan.
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