CuvéeYoichiRed

Yuu

Jiki no Hatake

Zweigelt

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.

Beginner's Note

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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