About Kibou
- Style
- White
- Grape Varieties
- Sauvignon Blanc, Petit Manseng, Chardonnay
- Price Range
- ¥2,035-2,200
- Alcohol
- 12.5%
Kibou ("Hope") is Shion Winery's dry, aromatic white blend of 100% Yamanashi City-grown Sauvignon Blanc, Petit Manseng, and Chardonnay. It shows cherry and green apple aromas layered with grapefruit and lemongrass citrus, framed by rich fruit, firm acidity, and a distinctive spicy, herbal finish.
The spiciest, most herbaceous white in Shion's lineup — proof that Yamanashi whites can go beyond Koshu.
New to wine?
A lively, food-friendly white with a spicy twist — a fun first step beyond typical Koshu.
Food Pairings
Excellent as an aperitif; complements tangy appetizers, pickles, salads, and smoked dishes.
When to drink it
Aperitif hour, casual dinners with pickled or smoked starters
Terroir & Winemaking
A white-grape blend (Sauvignon Blanc, Petit Manseng, Chardonnay) grown 100% in Yamanashi City. 12.5% ABV, bottled in a 750ml green bottle with a screw cap.
About the producer
Shion WineryA tiny Yamanashi winery turning Kyoho table grapes into dry, food-friendly wine.山梨市, 山梨県 · Founded 2007Visit the producer page →Frequently Asked Questions
- What grapes go into Kibou?
- It's a white-grape blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Petit Manseng, and Chardonnay, all grown in Yamanashi City.
- What does Kibou taste like?
- Cherry and green apple aromas meet grapefruit and lemongrass citrus, backed by rich fruit and firm acidity, finishing with a distinctive spicy, herbal note.
- What food pairs well with Kibou?
- Its bright acidity and spice make it a natural match for tangy appetizers, pickles, salads, and smoked dishes — it also shines as an aperitif.
- What is the alcohol content of Kibou?
- 12.5% ABV.
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