About Ushiku Jozo Wine Muscat Bailey A
- Style
- Red
- Grape Varieties
- Muscat Bailey A
- Price Range
- ¥3,080
- tax included
- Alcohol
- 12.5%
Ushiku Jozo Wine Muscat Bailey A is a Japan-grown red blend crafted by Ushiku Chateau, the birthplace of authentic Japanese winemaking in Ibaraki Prefecture. It combines Muscat Bailey A grapes grown at the chateau's own vineyard in Ushiku with grapes sourced from Yamagata Prefecture — the hometown of the winery's second-generation founder, Denbei Kamiya. It is released in two parallel cuvées, A+ (softly rounded, with red-berry aroma and balanced acidity) and F+ (fresh, with a mineral-tinged acidity), both light-bodied reds bottled at 12.5% ABV in 750ml, priced at ¥3,080 (tax included) through the winery's official shop.
This Ibaraki–Yamagata blend shows Muscat Bailey A at its most approachable — soft, berry-scented, and endlessly food-friendly.
New to wine?
A gentle, low-tannin red that's easy to love — a great first taste of Japan's own Muscat Bailey A grape.
Food Pairings
Its light body and gentle acidity make it a versatile match for Japanese home cooking — teriyaki-glazed chicken, simmered pork (kakuni), or grilled eel — as well as simple charcuterie and mild cheeses.
When to drink it
A casual weeknight dinner wine, or a memorable souvenir from a visit to Ushiku Chateau's Meiji-era brick winery.
Terroir & Winemaking
A blend of Muscat Bailey A grapes grown at Ushiku Chateau's own vineyard in Ibaraki and grapes sourced from Yamagata Prefecture. Released on April 29, 2026 as two parallel cuvées — A+ and F+ — both bottled at 12.5% ABV in 750ml format, priced at ¥3,080 (tax included) through the winery's official shop (raku-uru.jp).
About the producer
Ushiku ChateauJapan's founding winery, reborn through a citizen campaign.牛久市, 茨城県 · Founded 1903Visit the producer page →More wines from Ushiku Chateau
Frequently Asked Questions
- What grape is this wine made from?
- 100% Muscat Bailey A, blending grapes grown at Ushiku Chateau's own vineyard in Ibaraki with grapes from Yamagata Prefecture.
- What's the difference between the A+ and F+ versions?
- Both use the same blend and are priced the same (¥3,080). A+ leans toward a soft, red-berry-aroma balance, while F+ emphasizes fresh, mineral-tinged acidity.
- What food pairs well with it?
- Japanese home-style dishes with a touch of sweetness — teriyaki chicken, simmered pork, or grilled eel — pair especially well with its light body and gentle acidity.
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