About this wine
Kisvin Rubis is a Pinot Noir and Syrah blend from Kisvin Winery's estate in the Enzan district of Koshu City, Yamanashi Prefecture. The exact blend ratio shifts vintage to vintage (roughly 70-77% Pinot Noir with Syrah filling out the balance), but the winemaking approach stays consistent: primary fermentation in stainless steel tanks, full malolactic fermentation, then around 20 months of barrel aging that softens the tannins and knits the two varieties together. The wine shows a bright ruby color — the cuvée's name and concept both point to 'a brilliant red jewel on the table' — with aromas of ripe plum, raspberry, rose petal and sweet oak spice, a juicy, medium-bodied palate, and fine-grained tannins with a long, spice-tinged finish.
An approachable, medium-bodied red — its Pinot Noir base keeps it light on its feet even with Syrah's spice added in.
Sommelier's Note
"Rubis is Kisvin's most food-friendly red: Pinot Noir's elegance carries the wine, while Syrah's spice and structure keep it from ever feeling thin — a genuinely versatile bottle at the table."
Food Pairings
Suits richer, savory dishes: roasted duck, grilled lamb, game (Kisvin itself has paired the 2021 vintage with a red trout and venison tartare), and guinea fowl. Sawara (Japanese Spanish mackerel) grilled with a touch of char also works well.
When to drink it
Everyday dinners with roasted or grilled meats, small gatherings, gifting to Japanese wine enthusiasts.
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Pinot Noir, Syrah
- Style
- Red
- Alcohol
- 12.5
- Price Range
- ¥7,700-8,700
Terroir & Winemaking
Grapes grown in the Enzan district, Koshu City. Primary fermentation in stainless steel tanks followed by malolactic fermentation, then approximately 20 months of oak barrel aging. Blend ratio of Pinot Noir to Syrah varies by vintage (around 70-77% Pinot Noir historically). ABV approximately 12.5%.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What grapes is Kisvin Rubis made from?
- It's a blend of Pinot Noir and Syrah grown in the Enzan district of Koshu City, Yamanashi. The exact ratio changes by vintage, but Pinot Noir typically makes up the larger share.
- How is Kisvin Rubis made?
- The grapes ferment in stainless steel tanks and undergo full malolactic fermentation, then the wine ages roughly 20 months in oak barrels to smooth the tannins before bottling.
- What does Kisvin Rubis taste like?
- Ripe plum and raspberry fruit with rose petal and sweet oak spice, a juicy medium-bodied palate, fresh acidity, and fine-grained tannins leading to a long finish.
- What food pairs well with Kisvin Rubis?
- Roasted duck, grilled lamb, game meats, and guinea fowl all pair well; the winery itself has served it alongside a red trout and venison tartare.
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