The "7th Japan Winery Award® 2024" was held on Monday, June 10.
Out of 329 eligible wineries nationwide across Japan, 258 were recognized across the "5 Stars," "4 Stars," "3 Stars," and "Connoisseurs" categories.
Let us take a look at the details.
About the Award-Winning Wineries of Japan Winery Award® 2024
This year, 258 wineries were recognized as "5 Stars," "4 Stars," "3 Stars," and "Connoisseurs" out of 329 eligible wineries nationwide across Japan.
In addition, the "Special Judge Award: Naruto Oyakata Award," chosen by special judge Naruto Oyakata (former ozeki Kotoōshū), and the newly established "JAL Award" were also announced.
■ 5 Stars: Wineries that produce wines of outstanding quality across many brands and vintages
■ 4 Stars: Wineries that generally produce high-quality, consistent wines, with outstanding wines depending on the brand and vintage
■ 3 Stars: Wineries that produce stable, high-quality wines that consumers can purchase with confidence
■ Connoisseurs: Wineries that produce distinctive wines worthy of acclaim
There were 17 wineries awarded 5 Stars, 66 awarded 4 Stars, 113 awarded 3 Stars, and 62 awarded Connoisseurs.
The Special Judge Award: Naruto Oyakata Award went to Niki Hills Winery , and the newly established JAL Award went to Ajimu Wine .
About the 5-Star Wineries
This time, the number of 5-star wineries increased by one from the previous year to 17.
The awarded wineries are summarized below.
・Domaine Takahiko
・Yamazaki Winery
・Sakai Winery
・Takahata Winery
・Takeda Winery
・Katsunuma Jojo
・Kizan Winery
・KISVIN Winery
・Suntory
・Château Mercian
・Diamond Winery
・Grace Wine
・Marufuji Winery
・Manns Wines (NEW)
・Obuse Winery
・Kido Winery
・Ajimu Wine
Details about the wineries awarded 4 Stars, 3 Stars, and Connoisseurs are published on the official website.
Please be sure to check that out as well.
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