Japan Premium Koshu
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Best enjoyed young and fresh, typically within 1 to 3 years of the vintage release to appreciate its delicate aromatics and vibrant acidity.
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Sushi and sashimi, vegetable tempura, grilled white fish
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Suntory's Japan Premium Koshu is a tribute to Japan's signature indigenous grape variety, Koshu, which has been cultivated in the shadow of Mount Fuji in Yamanashi Prefecture for over a millennium. Legend has it that the grape was discovered growing wild at the Daizen-ji temple in 718 AD by the Buddhist monk Gyoki, who was instructed in a vision to cultivate it for its medicinal properties. Suntory crafts this elegant white wine using modern temperature-controlled stainless steel fermentation to preserve the delicate, pristine aromatics of the grape. The terroir of Yamanashi, characterized by volcanic soils, high rainfall mitigated by overhead pergola training, and dramatic diurnal temperature shifts, imparts a distinctive mineral tension. The wine typically reveals subtle aromas of yuzu, white peach, and delicate white blossoms, backed by a crisp, refreshing acidity and a signature touch of pleasant phenolic bitterness on the finish.
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Founded in 1899 by Shinjiro Torii in Osaka, Japan, Suntory has grown from a pioneering wine importer into a global powerhouse of fine wines and spirits. While world-renowned for its legendary whisky blending heritage—exemplified by iconic labels like Hibiki and Suntory Old Whisky—the company has also championed Japanese viticulture since acquiring the historic Tomi No Oka Winery in Yamanashi in 1936. Embracing a philosophy of harmony between Japanese nature and craftsmanship, Suntory produces elegant, terroir-driven red and white wines alongside its celebrated spirits portfolio. Today, their wine-making legacy spans from the slopes of Mount Fuji to prestigious estates in Bordeaux, reflecting an uncompromising commitment to quality and innovation.