What does Hayachine Kagura Red taste like?

It has a vivid aroma of berries and plums, with rich, fruit-forward flavor and a firm, medium-bodied structure typical of a dry red wine.

What food does it pair with?

It pairs well with grilled and roasted meats, teriyaki chicken, and simmered pork dishes such as kakuni.

Why is it called Hayachine Kagura?

It is named after Hayachine Kagura, a traditional sacred dance performed at the foot of Mt. Hayachine in Iwate that is registered as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage; the wine was released to commemorate that registration.

CuvéeIwateRed

Hayachine Kagura Red

早池峰神楽赤

Edelwein

About Hayachine Kagura Red

Style: Red
Grape Varieties: Merlot, Roesler
Price Range: ¥1,739; tax included
Alcohol: 13.0

Hayachine Kagura Red is a dry, medium-bodied red wine from Edelwein, crafted in the Osako district of Hanamaki City, Iwate Prefecture. Named for the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage-registered sacred dance tradition of the nearby Mt. Hayachine foothills, it is made from a blend of Iwate-grown Merlot and Roesler grapes. The wine shows a vivid bouquet of berries and plums, with rich fruit character and a firm, satisfying structure. It is best enjoyed at 14-16°C.

Sommelier's Note

A well-balanced, fruit-driven red that shows what Iwate's Osako terroir can do with Merlot and Roesler — a wine whose name alone tells the story of the region's living folk heritage.

New to wine?

An approachable, fruit-forward red with moderate tannins — a friendly introduction to Japanese red wine made from European grape varieties.

Food Pairings

Its firm fruit structure pairs well with grilled or roasted meats, teriyaki chicken, and simmered pork dishes like kakuni. It also works nicely with mushroom-based Japanese side dishes.

When to drink it

A good choice for everyday dinners with grilled or simmered meat dishes, and a distinctive gift representing Iwate's Hayachine Kagura heritage.

Terroir & Winemaking

Made from a blend of Merlot and Roesler grapes grown in Osako, Hanamaki City — a cool-climate district in the Kitakami Basin known for a wide diurnal temperature swing. Vinified dry, medium-bodied, 13.0% ABV, bottled at 720ml. Part of Edelwein's 'Hayachine Kagura' series, released to commemorate the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage registration of the Hayachine Kagura dance tradition.

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 does Hayachine Kagura Red taste like?: It has a vivid aroma of berries and plums, with rich, fruit-forward flavor and a firm, medium-bodied structure typical of a dry red wine.
What grapes is it made from?: It is a blend of Merlot and Roesler grapes grown in Osako, Hanamaki City, Iwate Prefecture.
What food does it pair with?: It pairs well with grilled and roasted meats, teriyaki chicken, and simmered pork dishes such as kakuni.
Why is it called Hayachine Kagura?: It is named after Hayachine Kagura, a traditional sacred dance performed at the foot of Mt. Hayachine in Iwate that is registered as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage; the wine was released to commemorate that registration.

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