Kirinoka / Pegasus Hills Merlot / Cabernet Sauvignon Cuvée Hon 2024 (Red) 750ml

Nagano Prefecture is considered an ideal region for wine grapes due to its surrounding mountain ranges, which result in low rainfall. Among these, the Northern Alps, stretching north to south along the border with Gifu Prefecture, consist of peaks around 3,000 meters high and act as a barrier blocking moist air and rain clouds coming from the west. The Northern Alps, beloved by climbers and skiers, are also known as the Hida Mountain Range, named after a flying horse. We named our carefully crafted wines from grapes grown in top-quality vineyards influenced mainly by the Northern Alps—such as Ikeda Town, Azumino, and Shiojiri—Pegasus Hills in respect to the Hida Mountain Range.
The 2024 vintage underwent a low-temperature mash for five days before fermentation, followed by fermentation at temperatures above 30°C. The must was stirred two to three times a day to extract color and flavor. After aging for six months in old French oak barrels and stainless steel tanks, the wine was blended and bottled. It features rich fruit flavors that can be enjoyed early, while the barrel aging imparts spicy notes that add complexity and softness. This wine pairs well with a variety of dishes and will continue to mature for five years.

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