What grape varieties are used in flower road?

The 2023 vintage blends Bacchus grapes from Tappu, Mikasa City with Zweigelt (Zweigeltrebe) from Nobori, Yoichi, both grown in Hokkaido.

What does flower road taste like?

It's a dry rosé with aromas of white flowers and quince, apricot and Japanese citrus-peel flavors, crisp acidity, and a faint saline, spicy finish.

What food pairs well with flower road?

Its bright acidity and delicate profile pair beautifully with seafood carpaccio, light Japanese appetizers, and fresh herb salads.

Is flower road a natural wine?

Yes — like all Sapporo Fujino Winery wines, it is fermented entirely with wild indigenous yeast, part of the winery's minimal-intervention "f series."

CuvéeHokkaidoRosé

flower road

フラワーロード

Sapporo Fujino Winery

About flower road

Style: Rosé
Grape Varieties: Bacchus, Zweigelt
Price Range: ¥2,750
Alcohol: 9.5%

flower road is a rosé blend from Sapporo Fujino Winery's f series, made with Bacchus grapes grown in Tappu, Mikasa City and Zweigelt (Zweigeltrebe) grown in the Nobori district of Yoichi, Hokkaido. Fermented entirely with wild yeast in the winery's minimal-intervention house style, it shows a pale rose-pink hue with aromas of fresh white flowers and quince, along with subtle notes of ume plum and herbs. The palate offers bright, crisp acidity carrying apricot and Japanese citrus-peel flavors, a faint hint of salinity and richness, and a lingering finish with a whisper of spice.

Sommelier's Note

A rare rosé blend of Bacchus and Zweigelt that captures Hokkaido's cool-climate terroir with a whisper of spice — refined enough for connoisseurs, easy enough for anyone.

New to wine?

A soft, food-friendly rosé with delicate florals and bright acidity — an easy introduction to Hokkaido's natural wines.

Food Pairings

Its bright acidity and delicate rose-pink color make it a natural match for seafood carpaccio, light shellfish dishes, and fresh herb salads. The apricot and citrus-peel notes also pair well with Japanese-style pickles and lightly seasoned grilled fish.

When to drink it

Casual gatherings with friends, spring and summer aperitifs

Terroir & Winemaking

A blend of Bacchus grown in Tappu, Mikasa City, and Zweigelt (Zweigeltrebe) grown in Nobori, Yoichi, Hokkaido, fermented entirely with wild yeast in keeping with the winery's minimal-intervention house style. ABV 9.5%, 750ml bottle.

About the producer

Sapporo Fujino WineryA sisters' tribute winery crafting natural, unfiltered Sapporo wines.札幌市, 北海道 · Founded 2009Visit the producer page →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What grape varieties are used in flower road?: The 2023 vintage blends Bacchus grapes from Tappu, Mikasa City with Zweigelt (Zweigeltrebe) from Nobori, Yoichi, both grown in Hokkaido.
What does flower road taste like?: It's a dry rosé with aromas of white flowers and quince, apricot and Japanese citrus-peel flavors, crisp acidity, and a faint saline, spicy finish.
What food pairs well with flower road?: Its bright acidity and delicate profile pair beautifully with seafood carpaccio, light Japanese appetizers, and fresh herb salads.
Is flower road a natural wine?: Yes — like all Sapporo Fujino Winery wines, it is fermented entirely with wild indigenous yeast, part of the winery's minimal-intervention "f series."

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