Katsunuma Aruga Branca Pipa Koshu 2019

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Tasting Notes

The Aruga Branca Pipa Koshu from Katsunuma Winery (Katsunuma Jōzō) in Yamanashi is crafted from 100% locally grown Koshu grapes. Fermented in French oak barrels for two weeks, then six months aging in barrel followed by two years bottle aging, this wine expresses refined complexity. It delivers a contrast between Koshu’s innate brightness and the richness lent by oak: expect notes of white peach, citrus pith, light spice, and subtle toasted nuttiness, layered over crisp minerality and a fine textural structure.

Specifications

Region: Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan
Variety: 100% Koshu
Fermentation: 2 weeks in French oak barrel
Aging: 6 months barrel + 2 years bottle
ABV: 11%
Size: 750 ml (JP full bottle)
Vintage: 2019
Style: White wine inspired by Japanese wine / pairing with Japanese cuisine

Overview

This wine is tailored to harmonize with Japanese cuisine. Serve chilled (10–12 °C) in a white wine glass. Perfect pairings include dashi-inflected dishes, seafood such as uni or chu-toro, Wagyu beef, and even delicate sushi or roe, where its complexity complements but does not overpower.

About the Winery

Katsunuma Winery Co., Ltd.

勝沼醸造株式会社

Founded in 1937 in Katsunuma, this winery is a specialist in Koshu and Japanese wine.

Founded

1937

Location

Koshu, Yamanashi, Japan

Winemaking philosophy

Affirm the cost of uncompromising production, take pride in remaining small, and pursue even one barrel of the highest quality with global ambition.

SAKEZEN

Winery Signature

• Koshu grape
• Katsunuma terroir
• slow pressing

Precise, mineral and textural Koshu wines that preserve subtle citrus, umami and phenolic detail.

SAKEZEN Team View is an editorial interpretation of official producer information, informed by our tasting perspective. Axis positions are qualitative, not laboratory measurements. Individual releases and personal impressions may vary.