About Hande Nomeshi
- Style
- Red
- Grape Varieties
- Muscat Bailey A
- Price Range
- ¥2,000-2,200
Hande Nomeshi is Sun River Wine's casual, no-added-sulfite dry red made from 100% Muscat Bailey A sourced from growers (including the Yamaguchi and Amemiya families) in Yamanashi's Kyoto district. Fermented and bottled without added sulfites, it delivers a light, fruit-forward style aimed at drinkers who find heavier reds off-putting — an easygoing, everyday-drinking newcomer to the lineup.
The most approachable bottle in Sun River's lineup — proof that a no-sulfite Muscat Bailey A doesn't have to be intimidating.
New to wine?
A friendly, low-intimidation red — fruity and light, a good first step for anyone unsure about Japanese red wine.
Food Pairings
Its light body and soft tannins make it an easy match for everyday dishes — grilled chicken, pizza, or a simple tomato pasta, served with a slight chill.
When to drink it
Weeknight dinners, casual gatherings with friends, everyday drinking
Terroir & Winemaking
Made from 100% Muscat Bailey A grown by contract farmers in Yamanashi's Kyoto (Kyoto-chiku) district. Fermented and bottled with no added sulfites, producing a dry, light-bodied red.
About the producer
Sun River WineFamily-run Yamanashi winery crafting honest, rugged wines by hand.山梨市, 山梨県 · Founded 1963Visit the producer page →More wines from Sun River Wine
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What grape is Hande Nomeshi made from?
- It is made from 100% Muscat Bailey A grown by contract farmers in Yamanashi's Kyoto (Kyoto-chiku) district.
- Does Hande Nomeshi contain added sulfites?
- No — it is fermented and bottled without added sulfites, in keeping with Sun River Wine's house style.
- Is Hande Nomeshi a heavy or light red wine?
- It is a light-bodied, fruit-forward dry red, made specifically for drinkers who find fuller-bodied reds too heavy.
- What food pairs well with Hande Nomeshi?
- Its light body and soft tannins pair easily with everyday dishes like grilled chicken, pizza, or tomato-based pasta.
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