About this wine
A single-variety red from Jiki no Hatake made entirely from Zweigelt, a cool-climate Austrian red variety that has found a natural home in Yoichi. Named 'Yuu' (evening), the wine captures the quiet, atmospheric character of the vineyard at dusk. The 2021 vintage underwent 44 days of maceration — 22 days cold soaking followed by 22 days of fermentation — with selective punch-downs to build structure without harshness. Blood orange aromatics, balanced tannins, and a composed, elegant finish distinguish this wine as a serious expression of cool-climate Hokkaido red.
The next red to try after Pinot Noir — elegant, cool-climate Zweigelt from Yoichi, Hokkaido.
Sommelier's Note
"Cool-climate Yoichi Zweigelt: blood orange, balanced tannins, composed elegance."
Food Pairings
Perfect with Hokkaido lamb (jingisukan), charcoal-grilled free-range chicken, slow-braised pork belly, and mushroom sauté. Yuu's delicate structure and cool-climate freshness also harmonize with miso-based braises and dashi-seasoned dishes. Avoid heavily spiced preparations.
When to drink it
Autumn meat dinners, yakitori restaurants, relaxed Sunday evening meals.
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Zweigelt
- Style
- Red
- Price Range
- ¥3,740–3,960 (approximate retail)
Terroir & Winemaking
Grapes: Zweigelt 100% from JAS-certified organic vineyard in Yoichi, Hokkaido. 2021 vintage: 44-day maceration (22 days cold soak + 22 days fermentation), 87.5% destemmed + 12.5% whole bunch. Wild yeast and natural malolactic fermentation. Aged 13 months in neutral French oak. Sulfite addition 15 ppm. Unfiltered, unfined.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What variety is used in Yuu from Jiki no Hatake?
- 100% Zweigelt — an Austrian cool-climate red grape that thrives in Yoichi, Hokkaido's cold terroir.
- What does Yuu taste like?
- Blood orange aromatics, balanced tannins, and a composed, elegant finish. The 2021 vintage underwent 44 days of maceration (cold soak + fermentation) for refined structure without harshness.
- What does the name Yuu mean?
- Yuu (夕) means 'evening' — evoking the quiet, atmospheric character of the Yoichi vineyard at dusk.
- What food pairs with Yuu?
- Hokkaido lamb, free-range charcoal-grilled chicken, braised pork belly, sautéed mushrooms, and miso-braised dishes. Avoid heavily spiced foods that overwhelm its delicacy.
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