How is this different from Kusunoki's 'Chardonnay Barrel Aged Special Cuvée'?

This is the winery's standard, everyday-priced barrel-aged Chardonnay (around ¥4,620 incl. tax), while the Special Cuvée is a premium bottling (around ¥11,220 incl. tax) with a higher proportion of oak aging. The standard version uses a reduced new-oak ratio for a fresher style.

What does this Chardonnay taste like?

Juicy apple and lime aromas mingle with sweet pear and elegant oak notes, with mineral-driven acidity giving it an elegant, refreshing character.

What is the alcohol content?

The alcohol content is 12% ABV.

What foods pair well with this wine?

It pairs well with roast chicken, cream pasta, grilled white fish, tempura, and semi-hard cheeses, as well as teriyaki-style Japanese dishes.

CuvéeNaganoWhite

Chardonnay Barrel Aged

Name: Chardonnay Barrel Aged
Brand: Kusunoki Winery
Availability: InStock

シャルドネ樽熟成

Kusunoki Winery

About Chardonnay Barrel Aged

Style: White
Grape Varieties: Chardonnay
Price Range: ¥4,200-4,700; approx. ¥4,620 incl. tax
Alcohol: 12%

Kusunoki Winery's standard barrel-aged Chardonnay from Suzaka, Nagano, is a fresher, everyday-price sibling to the winery's premium 'Special Cuvée' bottling. Aromas of juicy apple and lime mingle with sweet pear and elegant oak, framed by mineral-tinged acidity. The 2021 vintage used a reduced proportion of new oak compared with earlier releases, giving the wine noticeably more freshness while retaining a gentle vanilla-tinged barrel character. Best enjoyed after a short time open, as the aromas and palate become rounder and more expressive with air.

Sommelier's Note

The little sibling of Kusunoki's acclaimed Special Cuvée — less oak, more freshness, and a price that makes it an easy everyday choice rather than a special-occasion splurge.

New to wine?

An approachable, food-friendly introduction to Japanese barrel-aged Chardonnay

Food Pairings

A versatile food wine: pairs well with roast chicken, cream-based pasta, grilled white fish, and semi-hard cheeses. The gentle oak and ripe fruit also stand up nicely to teriyaki-glazed dishes.

When to drink it

Everyday dinners, casual gatherings with friends, weeknight pairing with Japanese or Western dishes

Where to Buy

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Terroir & Winemaking

Chardonnay grown in Suzaka City, Nagano on the well-drained Hitakihara alluvial fan; barrel-fermented/aged with a reduced new-oak ratio versus earlier vintages to preserve freshness. ABV 12%.

About the producer

Kusunoki WineryElegant, food-friendly Japanese wine from Suzaka's Hitakihara fan.須坂市, 長野県 · Founded 2011Visit the producer page →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How is this different from Kusunoki's 'Chardonnay Barrel Aged Special Cuvée'?: This is the winery's standard, everyday-priced barrel-aged Chardonnay (around ¥4,620 incl. tax), while the Special Cuvée is a premium bottling (around ¥11,220 incl. tax) with a higher proportion of oak aging. The standard version uses a reduced new-oak ratio for a fresher style.
What does this Chardonnay taste like?: Juicy apple and lime aromas mingle with sweet pear and elegant oak notes, with mineral-driven acidity giving it an elegant, refreshing character.
What is the alcohol content?: The alcohol content is 12% ABV.
What foods pair well with this wine?: It pairs well with roast chicken, cream pasta, grilled white fish, tempura, and semi-hard cheeses, as well as teriyaki-style Japanese dishes.

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