Grace Wine Koshu

About this wine

Grace Wine (Chuo Budoshu) makes one of Japan's finest Koshu wines from old vine plots in Yamanashi, achieving international recognition for this indigenous grape.

Sommelier's Note

"Grace Koshu is the wine that put Japanese viticulture on the international map — the Cuvée Misawa Akeno 2013 won Decanter's first Gold for Japan. This entry Koshu carries the same philosophy: pure, precise, and irreplaceable with Japanese cuisine."

Food Pairings

Pairs exceptionally well with delicate seafood: sashimi, sushi, tempura, steamed clams, and white fish carpaccio. Also complements lightly seasoned tofu dishes, steamed chicken with ponzu, and dashi-based Japanese vegetable preparations.

When to drink it

Elegant dinners with Japanese cuisine, sushi or kaiseki restaurant evenings, or as an introduction to Japanese wine for international guests.

Specs

Grape Varieties

Koshu

Style

White

Price Range

¥2,500-3,500

Terroir & Winemaking

100% Koshu grapes from selected vineyards in Yamanashi. Low-temperature fermentation in stainless steel tanks to preserve the grape's delicate citrus and mineral character. Minimal intervention to express the pure terroir of the Koshu Valley.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it taste like?

It tastes like crisp citrus, white peach, and green apple with a delicate mineral and saline finish characteristic of the Koshu Valley's terroir.

What food should I pair it with?

It pairs perfectly with Japanese cuisine — especially raw fish, tempura, and dashi-based dishes — where its delicate acidity highlights the ingredients without competing.

What makes Grace Wine special?

Grace Wine's Cuvée Misawa Akeno Koshu 2013 became the first Japanese wine to win a Gold Medal and Regional Trophy at the Decanter World Wine Awards — the world's largest wine competition.

When is the best time to drink it?

It is best enjoyed within 2 to 3 years of the vintage to appreciate its vibrant freshness and delicate aromatics.