Kobe Wine is one of the wineries loved by Japanese wine fans.
Kobe Agricultural Administration Corporation, which produces and sells wine at the winery, and Hakutsuru Sake Brewing Co., Ltd. have concluded a business transfer agreement.
The business transfer date is scheduled for December 1, 2024.
Here are the details.
Conclusion of the Business Transfer Agreement
Kobe Wine is a representative wine brand of Kobe that has continued since 1983.
The Kobe Agricultural Administration Public Corporation, a general incorporated foundation, has been producing and selling wine using grapes from Kobe, but it had reportedly been considering seeking assistance from the private sector for several years due to aging brewing facilities and other factors.
Under such circumstances, Hakutsuru Sake Brewing came forward to succeed the business, and having shown an even more forward-looking stance, the two parties signed a basic agreement and discussions proceeded toward the business succession.
Amidst this, a business transfer agreement was concluded on October 7, 2024.
December 1, 2024 is scheduled as the business succession date.
Keep an Eye on Kobe Wine Going Forward!
Hakutsuru Sake Brewing is a company that not only produces and sells sake, but also sells imported wine, imported beer, and other beverages, including through its group companies.
Regarding "Kobe Wine," a brand representing Kobe that has continued since 1983, the company plans to collaborate with local Kobe grape growers to increase production volumes and aim for high-quality winemaking.
An outline of the business succession is summarized below.
1. Kobe Agricultural Administration Public Corporation (General Incorporated Foundation)
Support for the cultivation of wine grapes produced in Kobe and purchasing from growers (Continued)
2. Hakutsuru Sake Brewing Co., Ltd.
Business of producing and selling wine, brandy, liqueur, etc., using wine grapes produced in Kobe as ingredients
3. City of Kobe
Agricultural promotion through support for wine grape growers in Kobe and other initiatives (Continued)
This is delightful news for Kobe Wine fans as well.
Let us look forward to the future of Kobe Wine.
Reference
Hakutsuru Sake Brewing Co., Ltd. Customer Relations Office
TEL: 078-856-7190 (Monday to Friday 9:00–17:00, excluding holidays)
Hakutsuru Website: https://www.hakutsuru.co.jp/customer/