About this wine
Pinot Noir from Lan Seqqua in Yoichi, following the terroir-expressive style of the Domaine Takahiko school.
An elegant cool-climate Pinot Noir — Burgundy-trained sensibility from Hokkaido's far north
Sommelier's Note
"Yoichi Pinot Noir proves itself world-class — Lan Seqqua is the benchmark"
Food Pairings
Serve lightly chilled (14–16°C). Excellent with tuna tataki, duck breast, mushroom dishes, and braised pork belly. The cool acidity elevates umami-rich Japanese cuisine.
When to drink it
Japanese cuisine pairing, intimate dinner, autumn harvest table
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Pinot Noir
- Style
- Red
- Price Range
- ¥3,500–¥4,500
Terroir & Winemaking
Pinot Noir from Yoichi. Whole-bunch fermentation, barrel aged. Natural yeast, sulfur added at bottling only. Follows the Domaine Takahiko-school approach of minimal intervention.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does Lan Seqqua Rouge taste like?
- Light to medium-bodied with bright red fruit: raspberry, cherry, plum, and subtle earthy notes. Whole-bunch fermentation adds a distinctive green-tea freshness. Tannins are silky and the finish is long and refined.
- Should I chill Lan Seqqua Rouge?
- Yes — serve lightly chilled at 14–16°C to highlight the fresh fruit character and cool-climate acidity. Serving too warm can dull the wine's natural elegance.
- Is it similar to Burgundy Pinot Noir?
- The winemaker trained at Domaine Takahiko, which is strongly influenced by Burgundy. Lan Seqqua Rouge shares the transparency and elegance of village-level Bourgogne Rouge but with a distinctly Yoichi mineral character.
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