About Yamazaki Shuichi Muscat Bailey A
- Style
- Red
- Grape Varieties
- Muscat Bailey A
- Price Range
- ¥2,002
- 750ml, tax included
- Alcohol
- 12%
Part of Oura Budoshu's 'Budoubatake Selection' (Vineyard Selection) series, this wine is a single-varietal Muscat Bailey A grown by veteran grower Shuichi Yamazaki in Akayu, Nanyo City, Yamagata. Each wine in the series is named after the grower who cultivated the fruit, and none of them undergo barrel aging — the grapes are vinified and bottled directly so the character of the vineyard comes through unfiltered. This bottling is a dry red, offering the soft, fruit-forward texture typical of Muscat Bailey A without any oak influence.
A rare chance to taste Muscat Bailey A unmasked by oak — the vineyard and the grower's hand speak for themselves.
New to wine?
Soft tannins and gentle fruit make this an easy, approachable entry point into Japanese red wine.
Food Pairings
The soft tannins and gentle fruit character make it a versatile match for grilled chicken, teriyaki dishes, and mild Japanese home cooking.
When to drink it
Best served at 12-15°C alongside everyday Japanese meals or as an introduction to single-vineyard Japanese reds.
Terroir & Winemaking
100% Muscat Bailey A from a single vineyard cultivated by grower Shuichi Yamazaki. Vinified as a dry red and bottled without barrel aging to preserve the vineyard's direct character. 750ml, 12% ABV.
About the producer
Oura BudoshuHistoric Yamagata winery, family-run since 1939南陽市, 山形県 · Founded 1939Visit the producer page →Frequently Asked Questions
- Is this wine barrel-aged?
- No. Wines in Oura Budoshu's Budoubatake Selection series, including this one, are bottled without barrel aging so the character of the vineyard and grape come through directly.
- What grape is this wine made from?
- It is made from 100% Muscat Bailey A, a Japanese hybrid red grape, grown by veteran cultivator Shuichi Yamazaki.
- What food does it pair with?
- Its soft tannins and gentle fruit character pair well with grilled chicken, teriyaki dishes, and everyday Japanese home cooking.
- What is the alcohol content and serving temperature?
- It is 12% ABV and best enjoyed slightly cool, around 12-15°C.
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