What makes this Gruner Veltliner unique?

It was Japan's first commercialized wine made from Gruner Veltliner grapes — grown from vine cuttings gifted to Hanamaki City by its Austrian sister city, Berndorf, in 2015.

What does it taste like?

It has aromas reminiscent of ripe citrus, with gentle acidity and a soft, smooth mouthfeel.

What food pairs well with it?

Its soft acidity works well with white fish sashimi, steamed or lightly cooked vegetables, and delicate tempura.

What is the best serving temperature?

Serve chilled, between 6°C and 13°C, to enjoy its citrus aromas and soft acidity.

CuvéeIwateWhite

Gruner Veltliner

グリューナー・ヴェルトリーナー

Edelwein

About Gruner Veltliner

Style: White
Grape Varieties: Grüner Veltliner
Price Range: ¥2,750; tax included, 750ml
Alcohol: 12.0

Produced from grapes grown in the Ohasama district of Hanamaki City, Iwate Prefecture, this dry white wine has a distinctive origin: in 2015, Edelwein received Grüner Veltliner vine cuttings from the city of Berndorf, Austria, to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the two cities' friendship-city relationship. Edelwein cultivated, harvested, and vinified the grapes, becoming the first winery to commercialize a Japanese wine made from this variety. Grown in Ohasama's mildly alkaline limestone soils, the wine shows aromas reminiscent of ripe citrus, with a gentle acidity and a soft, smooth mouthfeel.

Sommelier's Note

The first commercialized Japanese wine made from Grüner Veltliner — a quietly historic bottle born from a 2015 Austria-Japan friendship-city gift of vine cuttings, grown on Ohasama's limestone soils.

New to wine?

A gentle, easy-drinking white with soft acidity — a friendly first step into Japanese cool-climate white wine.

Food Pairings

The soft acidity and citrus character make it a versatile partner for delicate dishes — try it with white fish sashimi, steamed vegetables, or light tempura.

When to drink it

Great as an aperitif or for a casual meal with light Japanese dishes; also a memorable gift given its Japan-Austria friendship-city story.

Terroir & Winemaking

Made from 100% Grüner Veltliner grapes grown in Ohasama, Hanamaki City, Iwate Prefecture — the vines descend from cuttings gifted by Berndorf, Austria in 2015. ABV 12.0%, dry, 750ml bottle. Best served at 6-13°C.

About the producer

EdelweinPioneering Iwate winery crafting award-winning wines that harmonize with Japanese cuisine.花巻市, 岩手県 · Founded 1962Visit the producer page →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What makes this Gruner Veltliner unique?: It was Japan's first commercialized wine made from Gruner Veltliner grapes — grown from vine cuttings gifted to Hanamaki City by its Austrian sister city, Berndorf, in 2015.
What does it taste like?: It has aromas reminiscent of ripe citrus, with gentle acidity and a soft, smooth mouthfeel.
What food pairs well with it?: Its soft acidity works well with white fish sashimi, steamed or lightly cooked vegetables, and delicate tempura.
What is the best serving temperature?: Serve chilled, between 6°C and 13°C, to enjoy its citrus aromas and soft acidity.

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