A pale greenish-yellow overall, with a slightly whitish hue. On the nose, it offers aromas of Japanese pear and green apple, along with hints of herbs, lightly toasted bread, and a nuance reminiscent of ginjo fragrance.
On the palate, it is clean, light, and dry. Neither the fruitiness nor the acidity is particularly assertive, yet they are well balanced, making it smooth and easy to drink. Above all, unlike many European grape varieties, it has a character that seems especially well suited to complement Japanese cuisine.
Among the Koshu wines I have tasted so far, this is certainly one of the more impressive bottles. That said, at 3,300 yen, the price feels slightly on the high side.