About Koshu Sur-Lie
- Style
- White
- Grape Varieties
- Koshu
- Price Range
- ¥1,980
- Alcohol
- 12%
Koshu Sur-Lie is Shikishima Winery's dry white made from 100% Koshu grapes grown on the winery's own estate vineyard in Kamezawa, Kai City, Yamanashi, at roughly 600m elevation. Rather than cold-stabilizing and filtering out the natural tartrate sediment that forms in the bottle, the winery lets it settle naturally, a hands-off approach that preserves a bright, pleasant acidity. The wine is dry, with fresh aromas of lemon and lime characteristic of Japan's indigenous grape.
Shikishima's take on sur-lie Koshu skips heavy oak and lets the wine's natural sediment do the work — the result is a clean, citrus-driven white that shows Koshu's acidity at its most honest.
New to wine?
A gentle, citrusy introduction to Japan's own Koshu grape — crisp, easy-drinking, and food-friendly.
Food Pairings
A versatile companion to a wide range of dishes — grilled white fish, tempura of seasonal vegetables, and vinegared dishes such as sunomono, as well as tomato-based pasta and pizza.
When to drink it
Everyday dinners, casual gatherings, aperitif
Terroir & Winemaking
Made from 100% Koshu grapes grown at Shikishima Winery's own estate vineyard in Kamezawa, Kai City, Yamanashi (approx. 600m elevation). The wine is left unfiltered of its natural tartrate sediment rather than being cold-stabilized, giving it a bright, clean acidity. Dry style. ABV 12%. Best served at 7-9°C.
About the producer
Shikishima Winery100% estate-grown wines from a 600m hillside vineyard甲斐市, 山梨県 · Founded 1985Visit the producer page →More wines from Shikishima Winery
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What grape is Koshu Sur-Lie made from?
- It is made from 100% Koshu, Japan's indigenous white grape variety, grown at Shikishima Winery's own estate vineyard in Kai City, Yamanashi.
- What does 'sur-lie' mean for this wine?
- Rather than cold-stabilizing and filtering out the natural tartrate sediment that forms in the bottle, Shikishima Winery lets it settle naturally, a technique associated with Koshu wines that helps preserve a bright, pleasant acidity.
- What food pairs well with Koshu Sur-Lie?
- It pairs well with a wide range of dishes, including grilled white fish, tempura of seasonal vegetables, vinegared dishes, and tomato-based pasta or pizza.
- What is the alcohol content and serving temperature?
- The wine is 12% ABV and is best enjoyed chilled at 7-9°C (45-48°F).
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