CuvéeKikyogaharaRed

Sinano Standard Red

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Sinano Wine

About Sinano Standard Red

Style
Red
Grape Varieties
Concord
Price Range
¥1,380
720ml
Alcohol
12%

Sinano Wine's most accessible everyday red, made from 100% Concord — the hardy, low-intervention North American variety grown in Shiojiri, Nagano. Sold in a 720ml bottle with a screw cap, it is a light-bodied, dry red with a bright, fruity aroma and a clean, crisp finish, positioned as the entry-level grade below the winery's Deluxe and Super Deluxe series.

Sommelier's Note

Sinano's most straightforward red — an honest, fruit-forward Concord that proves everyday Japanese wine doesn't need to be complicated to be enjoyable.

New to wine?

An easy, familiar entry point into Japanese wine — fruity, light, and unpretentious.

Food Pairings

An easygoing match for everyday Japanese cooking — yakitori with tare sauce, ginger pork, and simmered dishes. Its light body and soft acidity also suit casual pizza or pasta with tomato sauce.

When to drink it

Everyday dinners, casual gatherings, an easy house red for weeknights.

Terroir & Winemaking

Made from 100% Concord grapes grown in Shiojiri, Nagano. Light-bodied, dry, screw-capped, 720ml bottle. ABV 12%.

About the producer

Sinano WineCentury-old Kikyogahara pioneer of Japanese Merlot塩尻市, 長野県 · Founded 1916Visit the producer page →

Frequently Asked Questions

What grape is Sinano Standard Red made from?
It is made from 100% Concord, a hardy North American variety grown in Shiojiri, Nagano, known for its fruity aroma.
Is Sinano Standard Red sweet or dry?
It is dry, with a crisp, clean finish, despite Concord's characteristically fragrant, fruity nose.
What food pairs well with it?
It pairs easily with everyday Japanese dishes like yakitori and ginger pork, as well as casual tomato-based pasta or pizza.
How should it be served?
Best served lightly chilled, around 12-14°C, to bring out its fresh, fruity character.

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