About this wine
A fresh, mineral-driven white wine from LOW BROW CRAFT, made with Chardonnay grown in Yoichi's cool maritime climate. Wild yeast fermented with minimal intervention, it expresses the clean acidity and subtle stone fruit character that Yoichi's volcanic soils deliver. Unfussy and honest—exactly what this winery stands for.
Hokkaido's honest white wine. Fresh acidity, clean fruit, nothing superfluous — the everyday bottle every table deserves.
Sommelier's Note
"Lo-Fi Yoichi Chardonnay: honest, precise, the everyday bottle every table needs"
Food Pairings
Excellent with grilled scallops, sea bream carpaccio, fresh oysters, white fish dishes, and light vegetable cuisine. Also pairs naturally with fresh goat cheese and herb-dressed salads.
When to drink it
Seafood dinners, summer aperitifs, weekend lunches, casual occasions with fresh food.
Specs
- Grape Varieties
- Chardonnay
- Style
- White
- Price Range
- ¥3,960
Terroir & Winemaking
Organically farmed, no synthetic pesticides. Wild yeast fermentation. Minimal sulfur addition. Unfined and unfiltered — bottled to preserve the pure mineral expression of Yoichi's volcanic soils.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does 'Lo-Fi' mean for LOW BROW CRAFT?
- Lo-Fi means minimal intervention: wild yeast, no additives, no heavy filtration. The wine is an unfiltered reflection of the vineyard and the vintage — nothing added, nothing subtracted.
- Is this an oaked Chardonnay?
- No. It is made without oak influence, allowing the pure mineral and stone fruit character of Yoichi's volcanic soils to speak directly. This is Chardonnay stripped of artifice.
- What temperature should I serve it at?
- Around 10–12°C. Slightly warmer than refrigerator temperature will open up the stone fruit aromas without losing the wine's refreshing acidity.
- Can I pair it with Japanese food?
- Absolutely. Grilled scallops, sea bream sashimi, steamed clams, and even light vegetable dishes all harmonize naturally with its clean mineral profile.
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