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Takahata Town is located in Higashiokitama District, Yamagata Prefecture. Takahata Winery, which continues to operate in this town, produces over 700,000 bottles of wine per year
What kind of thoughts are behind the winery's Takahata Winery 100-year vision?
In this article, we will introduce the charms of Takahata Winery and how to enjoy a tour. If you are visiting Yamagata Prefecture, why not stop by?
What is Takahata Town?
Takahata Town is a town rich in nature located in the southern part of Yamagata Prefecture. A lot of delicious rice and fruit are cultivated here, and the most famous of these is grape cultivation
Grape cultivation in Takahata Town dates back to 1877. Since the successful cultivation of Delaware grapes in 1907, the town has grown into a major grape producing area
The climate, with its large temperature difference between summer and autumn, is ideal for growing grapes. Currently, the city is the top in Japan for shipping Delaware and Chardonnay grapes
What is Takahata Winery?
Takahata Winery was founded in 1990. The winery's goal is to become a premium winery on par with the world's most famous wine-producing regions, even if it takes 100 years. To achieve this, they continue to improve their quality and techniques, and strive to produce wines that meet world standards
Takahata Winery
Takahata Winery's passion for making delicious wine is reflected in their dedication to grape cultivation
Takahata Winery cultivates around 11 varieties of wine grapes together with around 50 contracted farmers. Aiming to establish cultivation methods specifically for wine grapes, they have undergone a process of trial and error, including soil improvement and yield restrictions. Thanks to their tireless efforts and a climate suited to grape cultivation, Takahata Winery is able to harvest high-quality grapes that are rich in sugar, acidity, and minerals
Takahata Winery Map
In 2005, they introduced night harvesting, a technique in which grapes are harvested late at night when they have the highest sugar content. This allows them to carefully craft wine in the best possible condition
Takahata Winery offers a wide range of products, from authentic high-end wines to smooth-tasting fruit wines made with local fruit. Their high-quality domestic wines are also popular as elegant souvenirs and gifts
Takahata Winery aims not only to create products, but also to create experiences and lifestyles that involve wine. As a result, they hold events in conjunction with the local community, such as harvest festivals, and continue to operate with a vibrant atmosphere
You can see the production process at Takahata Winery!
Takahata Winery produces high-quality wine, but it is also a popular tourist destination
Takahata Winery factory
At Takahata Winery, you can observe the wine-making process during business hours. Along with signs that explain the production process in detail, you can get a close-up look at the production line where 700,000 bottles of wine are made each year
In addition to modern production facilities, the winery still uses traditional French oak barrels for its winemaking, and premium wines such as sparkling wine aged in French oak barrels are available for purchase in stores and online
Tastings are also available at the shop
The shop attached to Takahata Winery is also very popular
Takahata Winery Shop
The shop offers a wide selection of Takahata Winery products and snacks that go perfectly with wine. They also sell limited edition wine labels that can only be purchased here, so be sure to check it out
Tasting at Takahata Winery's shop
The shop also has a corner where you can sample Takahata Winery's products. The secret to Takahata Winery's popularity is that you can take your time choosing souvenirs while enjoying the taste and aroma. In addition to wine, you can also sample juices made from grapes and seasonal fruits, so drivers and those with children can enjoy the shop
A sommelier is on-site during business hours, so you can ask for advice not only on choosing wine but also on how to enjoy it to the fullest
Enjoy light meals unique to a winery at the attached cafe
Cafe Gozzonare, located next to Takahata Winery, also sells products unique to the winery
Cafe Gozzonare
We offer soft serve ice cream made with fruit and wine, hot dogs made with authentic sausages that go perfectly with alcohol, and more. Please stop by for a break after walking around the building
summary
In this article, we introduced Takahata Winery in Takahata Town, Higashiokitama District, Yamagata Prefecture
Even if it takes 100 years, we will produce world-class wine. Takahata Winery's products are filled with the winery's efforts and passion
Takahata Winery is a tourist destination with plenty to offer, so why not drop by and enjoy a life with wine?
Woman in her 30s / Resident of Koriyama City, Fukushima Prefecture / Writer who handles local gourmet information / Favorite phrase is coexistence and co-prosperity
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