About Liel Akeno Sauvignon Blanc & Scheurebe
- Style
- White
- Grape Varieties
- Sauvignon Blanc, Scheurebe
- Price Range
- ¥2,970
- 750ml, tax included
- Alcohol
- 12%
Liel Akeno Sauvignon Blanc & Scheurebe is Sadoya Winery's single-vineyard white from its Akeno Farm in Hokuto City, Yamanashi — a plot at roughly 700m elevation with abundant sunshine and a cool climate, acquired in 2024 as the source for Sadoya's terroir-focused 'Liel' regional series. The wine blends Sauvignon Blanc with the aromatic German variety Scheurebe, both grown on the same farm; the Scheurebe lifts the aromatics and adds fuller fruit and texture around Sauvignon Blanc's core, giving a crisp, dry white with bright citrus acidity fermented in stainless steel to preserve freshness.
Scheurebe is the secret weapon here — it lends Sauvignon Blanc's citrus backbone a floral, almost spicy lift you rarely find in a Japanese Sauvignon Blanc blend, making this one of Sadoya's most distinctive whites.
New to wine?
A refreshing, easy-to-love dry white — think grapefruit and fresh herbs with a clean, crisp finish, no need for prior Sauvignon Blanc experience.
Food Pairings
The bright acidity and citrus-driven aromatics make it a natural match for white fish carpaccio, salted grilled chicken (shio-yaki), and other light, salt-forward dishes; it also works well with fresh green salads and goat cheese.
When to drink it
Aperitif, weeknight dinners with seafood or salads, casual gatherings
Terroir & Winemaking
Blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Scheurebe grown on Sadoya's own Akeno Farm (Hokuto City, Yamanashi, elevation approx. 700m). Stainless steel fermentation with a short pre-bottling maturation to preserve freshness. ABV 12.0%. Contains sulfites. Bottle size 750ml. Recommended serving temperature 6–8°C.
About the producer
Sadoya WineryKofu's oldest winery, dry wine pioneer since 1917甲府市, 山梨県 · Founded 1917Visit the producer page →More wines from Sadoya Winery
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Liel Akeno Sauvignon Blanc & Scheurebe a single-varietal Sauvignon Blanc?
- No — it is a blend of Sauvignon Blanc and the aromatic German variety Scheurebe, both grown on Sadoya's Akeno Farm in Hokuto City, Yamanashi.
- What does this wine taste like?
- A crisp, dry white with bright citrus and grapefruit acidity from the Sauvignon Blanc, lifted by floral, slightly spicy aromatics from the Scheurebe.
- What food pairs well with it?
- White fish carpaccio, salt-grilled chicken, fresh salads, and goat cheese all pair well thanks to its acidity and light body.
- Where are the grapes grown?
- At Sadoya's own Akeno Farm in Hokuto City, Yamanashi Prefecture, a cool-climate site at roughly 700m elevation acquired by the winery in 2024.
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