[Yamagata Prefecture] Enjoy a cup of bliss at Takahata Winery! Discover carefully selected wines

Motoharu Kahashi
2021.12.16
Last updated: 2024.07.4

table of contents

1 What is Takahata Town?
2 What is Takahata Winery?
3 You can observe the manufacturing process at Takahata Winery!
4 You can also sample at the shop.
5 Enjoy light meals unique to the winery at the attached cafe.
6 summary
- 6.1 Takahata Winery <Information>

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 annually.

What kind of thoughts are included in the winery's 100-year Takahata Winery plan?

In this article, we will introduce the charms of Takahata Winery and how to enjoy a tour. When sightseeing in 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. Many delicious rice and fruits are grown here. One of the most famous is grape cultivation.

The beginning of grape cultivation in Takahata Town dates back to 1896. Since the successful cultivation of Delaware grapes in 1900, the area has grown as a major grape producing area.

The climate with large temperature differences from summer to autumn is suitable for growing grapes. Currently, shipments of Delaware and Chardonnay grapes by municipality are the largest in Japan.

What is Takahata Winery?

Takahata Winery was founded in 1990. The winery's goal is to become a premium winery that rivals the world's best wineries, even if it takes 100 years. To that end, we continue to improve our quality and technology and continue to challenge ourselves to produce world-class wine.

Takahata Winery's passion for making delicious wine is reflected in their commitment to grape cultivation.

Takahata Winery cultivates approximately 11 types of wine grapes with approximately 50 contracted farmers. Aiming to establish a cultivation method specifically for wine-making grapes, the company went through a lot of trial and error, including improving the soil and limiting yields. Thanks to constant efforts and a climate suitable for growing grapes, Takahata Winery is able to harvest high-quality grapes rich in sugar, acid, and minerals.

Night harvesting was introduced in 2005. Night harvesting is a technique in which grapes are harvested late at night, when the sugar content is at its highest. The wines are carefully crafted to achieve the best quality.

Takahata Winery offers a wide range of products, from authentic high-end wines to easy-drinking fruit wines made with local fruits. High-quality domestic wine is popular as a quality souvenir or return gift.

In addition, at Takahata Winery, we aim not only to make things, but also to create experiences such as ``living and experiencing wine.'' For this reason, events such as harvest festivals are held in conjunction with the local community, and the business continues to be lively.

You can observe the manufacturing process at Takahata Winery!

Takahata Winery produces high-quality wine, but it is also a popular tourist destination.

At Takahata Winery, you can tour the wine-making process during business hours. You can see up close the line where 700,000 bottles of wine are produced each year, along with signboards explaining detailed production methods.

In addition to modern production facilities, the wine is still made using traditional French oak barrels. Fine wines such as sparkling wine aged in these French oak barrels are also available for purchase in our shop and online.

You can also sample at the shop.

The shop attached to Takahata Winery is also very popular.

The shop sells Takahata Winery products and snacks that go well with wine. We also sell limited label wines that can only be purchased here, so be sure to check them out.

The shop also has a corner where you can sample Takahata Winery products. The secret to Takahata Winery's popularity is that you can take your time choosing souvenirs while actually enjoying the taste and aroma. In addition to wine, you can also sample juices made from grapes and seasonal fruits, so it's fun for those driving a car and those with children.

A sommelier is always on hand during business hours, so you can consult not only on wine selection but also on how to enjoy wine deliciously.

Enjoy light meals unique to the winery at the attached cafe.

Café Gozzonale attached to Takahata Winery also sells products unique to the winery.

Soft-serve ice cream made with fruit and wine, hot dogs made with authentic sausage that go well with alcohol, and more. Please stop by to take a break after walking around the museum.