About Pony Caprice Blanc
- Style
- White
- Grape Varieties
- Sauvignon Blanc, Koshu, Chardonnay
- Price Range
- ¥3,000-3,500
Pony Caprice Blanc is a white blend within Komazono Vineyard's entry-level Pony range, named for the French word "caprice" (whim) because the blend varieties and ratio are decided each vintage at the cellar master's discretion rather than following a fixed formula. The 2025 vintage blends Sauvignon Blanc, Koshu and Chardonnay grown in Yamanashi Prefecture in a 5:4:1 ratio, producing an aromatic, fruit-forward white wine distinct from the winery's Koshu-only Pony bottlings. It won the Silver Medal in the Blended White category at the Japan Wine Competition 2026 (日本ワインコンクール2026 ブレンド白部門).
Proof that Komazono's Pony series isn't just about Koshu — this whimsically-blended white shows the winery's range, and its Japan Wine Competition 2026 silver medal confirms it's no afterthought.
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An easy, aromatic entry point into Japanese white wine — no need to think about grape varieties, just enjoy the fruity, floral character.
Food Pairings
The aromatic Sauvignon Blanc lift pairs well with citrus-dressed salads, herb-marinated white fish and lightly fried dishes; the Koshu and Chardonnay give enough body to also work with cream-based pasta or mild curries.
When to drink it
Casual dinners, aperitif with friends, everyday pairing with Japanese home cooking
Terroir & Winemaking
2025 vintage: a field-decided blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Koshu and Chardonnay (5:4:1) grown in Yamanashi Prefecture. The blend ratio is not fixed and is reconsidered by the cellar master each vintage depending on the year's fruit. Silver Medal, Blended White category, Japan Wine Competition 2026.
About the producer
Komazono VineyardBoutique Koshu City winery with 80-year-old own-rooted vines甲州市, 山梨県 · Founded 1963Visit the producer page →Frequently Asked Questions
- What grapes are used in Pony Caprice Blanc?
- The 2025 vintage is a blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Koshu and Chardonnay in a 5:4:1 ratio, all grown in Yamanashi Prefecture.
- Why is it called "Caprice"?
- Caprice means "whim" in French — Komazono's cellar master decides the blend varieties and ratio anew each vintage depending on that year's harvest, rather than using a fixed recipe.
- Has Pony Caprice Blanc won any awards?
- Yes, the 2025 vintage won the Silver Medal in the Blended White category at the Japan Wine Competition 2026 (日本ワインコンクール2026).
- Is Pony Caprice Blanc the same as Komazono's other Pony white wines?
- No. Komazono's other Pony whites (Pony Koshu, Pony Koshu Ouka, Pony Nishino Koshu) are 100% Koshu, while Pony Caprice Blanc is a multi-varietal blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Koshu and Chardonnay.
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