From Katsunuma Jojo's "Koshu Terroir Selection" series, which focuses on the terroir of Yamanashi, "Koshu Terroir Selection Iwai Pét-Nat Iwai no Awa 2023" has been released by Mottox Inc.
It is an ultra-rare wine with a production volume of only 457 bottles.
Here are the details.
About the "Koshu Terroir Selection" Series
Katsunuma Jojo has earned high acclaim as a producer specializing in Koshu.
The "Koshu Terroir Selection" is a series that focuses on the terroir of Yamanashi to maximally express the individuality of each area.
About ＜Koshu Terroir Selection Iwai Pét-Nat Iwai no Awa 2023＞
Newly released from the series, "Iwai Pét-Nat Iwai no Awa" is a pét-nat made using 100% Koshu from the Iwai district, with a production run of just 457 bottles.
It is said that one can enjoy the soft acidity and pleasant bitterness characteristic of the Koshu variety.
Fermentation is via the ancestral method in resin tanks (no MLF).
It uses Koshu grapes cultivated in volcanic ash and sandy-gravelly soils.
A wine featuring aromas of apple, white peach, white flowers, and white pepper, with fruity fruitiness, soft acidity, and a pleasant bitterness on the finish.
This is a must-see bottle for Japanese wine fans.
Be sure to check it out.
Reference
▼ Koshu Terroir Selection Iwai Pét-Nat Iwai no Awa Product Page