What grape is Tokito Yama Sauvignon made from?

It's made from 100% Yama Sauvignon, a Japanese hybrid grape created by crossing native wild yamabudo vines with Cabernet Sauvignon.

Does this wine use oak barrels?

No — Winery Konohana ferments and ages all of its wines, including this one, exclusively in stainless steel tanks to preserve pure fruit character.

What food pairs well with Tokito Yama Sauvignon?

It pairs especially well with hearty meat dishes such as steak and stews, and also complements oily fish like sardines and aged cheeses.

Is this wine filtered?

No, it is bottled unfiltered ('muroka-namazume') directly from the tank, which gives it a more concentrated aroma and flavor than a filtered wine.

CuvéeAkitaRed

Tokito Yama Sauvignon

鴇ヤマ・ソービニオン

Winery Konohana

About Tokito Yama Sauvignon

Style: Red
Grape Varieties: Yama Sauvignon
Price Range: ¥3,190-3,520
Alcohol: 12%

Tokito Yama Sauvignon is a dry red wine made from 100% Yama Sauvignon, a Japanese hybrid grape crossing native wild yamabudo vines with Cabernet Sauvignon, grown on Winery Konohana's own vineyard in Kosaka, Akita. Fermented and aged entirely in stainless steel tanks with no oak, it shows a deep, vivid purple color and a bold, wild character built on the yamabudo parent's bright acidity and the Cabernet Sauvignon parent's fuller body and soft tannin. Bottled unfiltered ('muroka-namazume') directly from the tank, it carries a more concentrated aroma and flavor than a filtered wine and continues to evolve with a few years of bottle age.

Sommelier's Note

One of the most distinctive expressions of the Yama Sauvignon variety — wild yamabudo acidity meets Cabernet Sauvignon structure, unmasked by oak.

New to wine?

A bold, no-oak red that shows pure grape character — a great way to taste what a Japanese wild-grape hybrid actually tastes like.

Food Pairings

Best with hearty Western dishes, especially rich meat preparations like steak, stews, and grilled lamb. It also pairs surprisingly well with oily fish such as sardines and mackerel, and with aged cheeses.

When to drink it

Casual dinners with grilled or braised meat; a good gift for wine lovers curious about Japanese grape varieties.

Terroir & Winemaking

100% Yama Sauvignon from Winery Konohana's own vineyard in Kosaka, Akita. Fermented and aged exclusively in stainless steel tanks (no oak). Bottled unfiltered and unfined ('muroka-namazume') straight from the tank for maximum aromatic concentration. ABV 12%. Best enjoyed 2-3 years after the vintage; serve at cool room temperature (around 15°C).

About the producer

Winery KonohanaUrban Akita winery crafting oak-free wines that pair beautifully with Japanese cuisine.鹿角市, 秋田県 · Founded 2010Visit the producer page →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What grape is Tokito Yama Sauvignon made from?: It's made from 100% Yama Sauvignon, a Japanese hybrid grape created by crossing native wild yamabudo vines with Cabernet Sauvignon.
Does this wine use oak barrels?: No — Winery Konohana ferments and ages all of its wines, including this one, exclusively in stainless steel tanks to preserve pure fruit character.
What food pairs well with Tokito Yama Sauvignon?: It pairs especially well with hearty meat dishes such as steak and stews, and also complements oily fish like sardines and aged cheeses.
Is this wine filtered?: No, it is bottled unfiltered ('muroka-namazume') directly from the tank, which gives it a more concentrated aroma and flavor than a filtered wine.

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