{"product_id":"japanese-premium-wine-set-tomi-no-oka-2018-grand-polaire-2020","title":"Premium Red and White Wine Set from a Prestigious Japanese Winery - Perfectly Aged Back Vintages (Tomi no Oka Red 2018 - 8 years aged, Grande Polaire Koshu 2020) 750ml x 2 bottles","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA miraculous collaboration woven by Japan's two most prestigious wineries. A premium set of two red and white back-vintage wines, refined by time.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuntory Tomi no Oka Winery and Sapporo Grand Polaire, two of Japan's most renowned wineries, have created a luxurious set of exquisite premium wines that express the rich terroir of Yamanashi. This combination features a red (2018) aged for 8 years and a white (2020) aged for 6 years, both back vintages (rare aged wines) that are now at their peak drinking age and difficult to find on the market. Indulge in the passion of Japanese winemaking and the ultimate mellow taste that time brings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features (The Craftsmanship and Aging Background of Prestigious Wineries)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[Red: Suntory Tomi no Oka \u003cred\u003e 2018]\u003c\/red\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMade with 100% estate-grown grapes from Kofu City, Yamanashi Prefecture, with Mt. Fuji to the south. International varieties such as Merlot and Petit Verdot, meticulously managed and harvested bunch by bunch in the special climate provided by the vast slopes, are exquisitely blended. It is produced in a thorough domaine style, handling everything from cultivation to brewing and bottling. After eight years, the youthful astringency has beautifully integrated, elevating it to a silky smooth texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[White: Grand Polaire Yamanashi Koshu Barrel Fermented 2020]\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSapporo Beer's world-renowned premium brand, \"Grand Polaire.\" Japan's indigenous grape variety, \"Koshu,\" is luxuriously fermented and aged in traditional French oak barrels. After 6 years of aging, this wine has a clean acidity inherent to Koshu, layered with rich aromas of vanilla and toast from the barrel. It stands apart from typical young Koshu wines, resulting in a superb dry white wine with overwhelming depth and structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlavor and Aroma Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003c!--nl--\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[Red]\u003c\/strong\u003e A refined aroma of red fruits like cherry, cassis, and framboise jam overflowing from the glass, layered with elegant nuances of tobacco and spices from aging. The palate is very soft, a medium-bodied wine with a beautiful harmony of pleasant fruit sweetness and mild tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[White]\u003c\/strong\u003e The aroma of ripe Japanese citrus (kabosu and yuzu) elegantly spreads with complex aromas of subtle honey, butter, and vanilla from the oak barrel. After 6 years of aging, it has lost its harsh edges, featuring a rich, concentrated umami and a long, luxurious finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRecommended Ways to Enjoy (Ultimate Pairings)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[Red Pairing]\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEnjoy at a slightly higher temperature of 14-16℃ in a large glass. It pairs exceptionally well with all types of meat dishes such as roast beef, duck roast, sukiyaki, and hamburg steak. The wine's rich fruitiness further enhances the savory taste of the meat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[White Pairing]\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA temperature of 10-12℃, not too cold, brings out the aged aroma the most. Due to its depth from barrel fermentation, it pairs not only with sashimi, which is common for Koshu wines, but also with chicken teriyaki, pork shogayaki, tempura (with salt or sauce), or Japanese dishes made with rich dashi, and Western dishes using white sauce, creating wonderful marriages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eProduct Name\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e[Optimal Drinking Back Vintage] Japan's Prestigious Premium Red \u0026amp; White 2-Bottle Set (8-Year Aged Red \u0026amp; 6-Year Aged White)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eJapanese Wine Set (Red Wine \u0026amp; White Wine, 750ml each)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eSet Contents ① (Red)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eSuntory Tomi no Oka \u003cred\u003e 2018 (Medium-bodied \/ Alcohol content: 12% \/ Grape origin: Kofu City, Yamanashi Prefecture)\u003c\/red\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eSet Contents ② (White)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eGrand Polaire Yamanashi Koshu Barrel Fermented 2020 (Dry \u0026amp; Rich \/ Alcohol content: 12% \/ Grape origin: Yamanashi Prefecture)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eIngredients\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eGrapes (Japanese), Antioxidant (Sulfites)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003eSuntory (Tomi no Oka Winery) \/ Sapporo Beer (Grand Polaire)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"サッポロ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47906677719193,"sku":null,"price":5500.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0504\/6914\/2681\/files\/kosyutomiset.png?v=1781342722","url":"https:\/\/shop.sumidaya.co.jp\/en\/products\/japanese-premium-wine-set-tomi-no-oka-2018-grand-polaire-2020","provider":"酒庫住田屋オンラインストア","version":"1.0","type":"link"}