About Kaori Koshu
- Style
- White
- Grape Varieties
- Koshu
- Price Range
- ¥2,600
- 720ml
Kaori Koshu is Ohizumi Winery's flagship, entry-level bottling in its aromatic 'Kaori Koshu' (Fragrant Koshu) series — the standard, non-single-vineyard expression, distinct from the Iwasaki and Iwasaki Hana single-district bottlings and from the separately released semi-sweet ('yaya amakuchi') expression. Made from 100% Koshu grapes grown by the winery's shareholder farmers in Katsunuma, it is farmed without Bordeaux-mixture spray since 2005 to preserve the citrus aroma compounds naturally present in Koshu skins. The result is a clean, citrus-scented white with crisp acidity and gentle Koshu character, serving as the winery's benchmark expression of the variety.
Ohizumi's benchmark Koshu — the cleanest, most direct expression of the winery's non-Bordeaux citrus-aroma philosophy, and the natural starting point before trying the single-vineyard bottlings.
New to wine?
A clean, citrus-forward introduction to Koshu — easy to enjoy with almost any meal.
Food Pairings
A versatile match for sashimi, tempura, and other delicately seasoned seafood dishes; its bright acidity also suits salted grilled chicken or fresh goat cheese.
When to drink it
Everyday dinners, sushi nights, or a refreshing aperitif.
Terroir & Winemaking
100% Koshu grown by Ohizumi's shareholder farmers in Katsunuma, Koshu City, Yamanashi. Farmed without Bordeaux-mixture (copper) spray since 2005 to protect the grape's natural citrus aromatics. Bottled at 720ml.
About the producer
Ohizumi WineryA 100-grower Katsunuma cooperative crafting Koshu since 1902.甲州市, 山梨県 · Founded 1963Visit the producer page →Frequently Asked Questions
- What does Kaori Koshu taste like?
- A clean, citrus-scented white with crisp acidity, gentle umami, and subtle floral notes typical of Koshu grown without Bordeaux-mixture spray.
- Is this the same as Kaori Koshu Iwasaki?
- No — this is Ohizumi's standard, non-single-vineyard Kaori Koshu bottling, distinct from the single-district Iwasaki and Iwasaki Hana wines and from the separately sold semi-sweet Kaori Koshu.
- What food pairs well with it?
- Sashimi, tempura, and other delicately seasoned seafood dishes, as well as salted grilled chicken.
- Is it dry or sweet?
- It is the winery's standard-style Kaori Koshu; Ohizumi also sells a separate, explicitly semi-sweet ('yaya amakuchi') version as a different product.
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