Gold Ganko is Nakamura Wine Kobo's top red cuvée, released in 2018 to celebrate the winery's 30th anniversary, blending select-lot Cabernet Sauvignon with Merlot and Muscat Bailey A.

How is Gold Ganko different from the regular Ganko Oyaji red?

While the standard Ganko Oyaji is Nakamura Wine Kobo's everyday red, Gold Ganko uses specially selected vintage lots blended by owner Genji Nakamura for a richer, more concentrated character, and was bottled as a limited run for the winery's 30th anniversary.

Was Gold Ganko served at any notable events?

Yes — it was among the Japanese wines served at events tied to the 2019 G20 Osaka Summit.

What food pairs well with Gold Ganko?

Its fuller body pairs well with grilled or simmered red meats, hamburger steak, and aged cheeses.

CuvéeOsakaRed

Gold Ganko

ゴールドがんこ

Nakamura Wine Kobo

About Gold Ganko

Style: Red
Grape Varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Muscat Bailey A
Price Range: ¥5,500-12,100; 720ml-1.5L magnum

Gold Ganko is the top red cuvée from Nakamura Wine Kobo, released in 2018 to mark the winery's 30th anniversary. Selected vintage lots of Cabernet Sauvignon are blended with Merlot and Muscat Bailey A by owner-winemaker Genji Nakamura into a fuller, more concentrated wine than the standard "Ganko Oyaji" red. It comes from the family's own vineyard in the Asuka district of Habikino, Osaka, and was served at events tied to the 2019 G20 Osaka Summit.

Sommelier's Note

The most concentrated expression of Nakamura Wine Kobo's red-wine philosophy — a limited anniversary bottling worth seeking out for lovers of Japanese Bordeaux-style reds.

New to wine?

A fruit-forward, approachable red — a good introduction to Japanese Cabernet Sauvignon blends.

Food Pairings

A fuller-bodied red suited to grilled or simmered red meats, hamburger steak, and aged cheeses.

When to drink it

Anniversaries, special dinners, gifts for wine lovers

Terroir & Winemaking

Blend of selected-lot Cabernet Sauvignon with Merlot and Muscat Bailey A, vinified by owner-winemaker Genji Nakamura from 100% estate-grown grapes at the family's Asuka vineyard in Habikino, Osaka. Released as a limited anniversary bottling in 720ml and 1.5L magnum formats.

About the producer

Nakamura Wine KoboOne-family micro-winery, 100% estate-grown since 1993羽曳野市, 大阪府 · Founded 1993Visit the producer page →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Gold Ganko?: Gold Ganko is Nakamura Wine Kobo's top red cuvée, released in 2018 to celebrate the winery's 30th anniversary, blending select-lot Cabernet Sauvignon with Merlot and Muscat Bailey A.
How is Gold Ganko different from the regular Ganko Oyaji red?: While the standard Ganko Oyaji is Nakamura Wine Kobo's everyday red, Gold Ganko uses specially selected vintage lots blended by owner Genji Nakamura for a richer, more concentrated character, and was bottled as a limited run for the winery's 30th anniversary.
Was Gold Ganko served at any notable events?: Yes — it was among the Japanese wines served at events tied to the 2019 G20 Osaka Summit.
What food pairs well with Gold Ganko?: Its fuller body pairs well with grilled or simmered red meats, hamburger steak, and aged cheeses.

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