Exquisite! Iwate’s liquor special – Wine [north/center of the prefecture]

① Suzuumi no Oka Winery (Noda Village)

This winery was established in 2016 to produce high-quality wine from wild grapes grown in Noda Village.
The fruits, which grow slowly in the cold and humid easterly winds “Yamase” that blow from spring to early summer, have been said to be good for nourishment and tonicity since ancient times. The Nihonyama grapes, which are mainly cultivated by farmers located on a hill about 3 km from the coast and 500 m above sea level, are selected from superior strains from wild species and propagated through methods such as cuttings. The wine is brewed with a pure and simple natural taste, with a ripe jam-like fruit flavor and firm acidity that tightens the aftertaste.

[Winery tour] Reservation required by the day before.

● Application: Reservation required.

● Note: Reservations are required until the coronavirus pandemic subsides.

② Iwate Kuzumaki Wine (Kuzumaki Town)

Representative brands [Yamabudo Wine Ao, Foret]

[Winery tour] Reservation required

● Support period: Factory tour year-end and New Year holidays. The factory is closed on the second Saturday, Sunday, and public holidays, but tours are possible.

● Visit time: 9:00-17:00

● Capacity: Consultation required

● Application: Reservation required.

TEL:0195-66-3111 E

Email: yamabudo@kuzumakiwine.co.jp

③ Baeren Brewery (Morioka City)

Baeren Brewery is famous as a pioneer of Morioka’s local beer culture.
In the Fuji Cider Challenge, a competition in which ciders from all over the world participate, Yuzu Cider won the top prize in 2020, and Dry Cider has won for the third consecutive year. Using apples from Iwate Prefecture and domestic fruits, the cider is squeezed by hand and has a dry and fruity flavor that goes well with any dish and can be enjoyed in a variety of situations.

Representative brands [dry cider, yuzu cider]

[Winery tour] Reservation required

● Support period: As per factory business calendar

● Visiting hours: Sunday only 11:00~, 15:00~

● Time required: Approximately 30 minutes

● Capacity: Please inquire for more than 10 people

● Application: Make a reservation at least 4 days in advance of your desired date using the reservation form or email.

● Note: 2nd floor tour room is free to visit, 100 yen without tasting, 500 yen with tasting, 1,000 yen all you can drink.

https://www.baerenbier.co.jp/factorytour/

④ Gomaibashi Winery (Morioka City)

Gomaibashi Winery was founded in Morioka City Gate in 2001.
For red wine, we reduce the number of bunches of grapes we grow in our own vineyards to about one-third, and after harvesting, we hand-select only the best grapes and use them to make wine that emphasizes quality. The number is limited to approximately 1000 pieces.
We also produce Gomaibashi Ringo Wine, a wine made from apples grown only on the east bank of the Kitakami River, as well as cider. We also carry wine imported directly from Austria.

Representative brands [Gomaibashi Ringo Wine Orin, Gomaibashi Winery Merlot]

⑤ Self-brewed wine Shiwa (Shiwa Town)

We produce and sell carefully selected home-brewed wine using grapes grown within Shiwa Town.
We are particular about making wine that takes advantage of the characteristics of the region, using high-quality grapes unique to Shiwa Town, where the cool climate unique to northern Japan and moderate temperatures are suitable for growing wine grapes.

Representative brands [Shiwa Merlot, Shiwa Riesling Lion]

[Winery tour] Reservation

● Support period: Year-end and New Year holidays

● Visit time: 9:00-17:00

● Capacity: Please confirm if you are a group

● Note: We are currently temporarily suspending factory tours and tastings to prevent infectious diseases. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding and cooperation.

 

⑥ Shiwa Cidery (Shiwa Town)

Shiwa Town is known as a “fruit village” where grapes, peaches, and La France grapes are actively cultivated.
The representative who moved to Shiwa from America, the home of cider, was fascinated by the deliciousness of apples harvested in the town and created a new type of alcoholic beverage, “Hop Cider.” This dry cider has a refreshing aroma of apples and hops, and a dry taste with carbonic acid. Dry hops are added in the latter half of brewing to add flavor and make it easier to drink, making it recommended even for people who don’t like beer.

Representative brand[RED ROCK、LONG HILL]

[Winery tour] Reservation required at least 7 days in advance

● Support period:

● Visit time: Consultation required

● Required time: Consultation required

● Capacity: Consultation required

● Application: Reservation required TEL: 019-658-8670

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*Thanks to the Iwate Wine Hills Promotion Council.