On Tuesday, April 1, 2025, “Nagano Ryugan 2024” will go on sale in limited quantities through St. Cousair’s official online shop.
Sales will also begin sequentially at St. Cousair and Kuze Fuku Shoten stores nationwide, excluding some locations.
Here are the details.
About “Nagano Ryugan”
“Nagano Ryugan” is one of St. Cousair’s most popular wines.
Produced by St. Cousair Winery in Iizuna, Nagano Prefecture, “Nagano Ryugan” is a gently sweet white wine made from Ryugan, a grape variety native to Nagano Prefecture. Its bold dragon label, inspired by the name “Ryugan,” has also become familiar to fans.
It is so popular that each year’s vintage typically sells out before summer.
Production of this year’s “Nagano Ryugan” is approximately 12,000 bottles.
More bottles have been prepared than last year, so be sure to check nearby stores or the online shop.
The Appeal of “Nagano Ryugan”
“Nagano Ryugan” has a brilliant, clear appearance. In the glass, it offers gentle, sweet aromas reminiscent of pear and white flowers.
On the palate, refined sweetness is followed by refreshing acidity that lingers pleasantly in the finish.
Its floral aromas and gentle sweetness also give this white wine a nuance reminiscent of sake.
It is an enjoyable bottle that pairs well with a broad range of Japanese and Western dishes.
Reference
“Nagano Ryugan 2024”
■ Volume: 750 ml
■ Grape: Ryugan 100%
■ Origin: Nagano City, Nagano Prefecture
■ Vinified in: Iizuna-machi, Kamiminochi-gun, Nagano Prefecture
■ Alcohol: 9%
Price: ¥2,530 including tax
Official online shop: https://kuzefuku.com