Japanese wine beginner guide

Where to start: the first bottle, the first region, and the first winery visit.

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Start here

Start with Koshu for white, or Muscat Bailey A / Nagano Merlot for red. Begin with Yamanashi, Hokkaido, and Nagano to understand the landscape quickly.

How to choose

1. Choose a region Start with Yamanashi, Hokkaido, and Nagano to see the climate difference.
2. Choose a grape Compare Koshu, Pinot Noir, and Merlot to see the core styles.
3. Choose the experience Winery visits and direct sales help you understand the local context as well as the wine.

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