NIPPON NATURALS
日本ナチュラルズ
Grapes: Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Müller-Thurgau, Kerner, and Gewürztraminer
Type: Sparkling
Style:Traditional method (Champagne)
Color: White, clear
Alcohol: 12.5%
Wild yeast:
Any added sulphites:
Filtered:
Serving temperature:7–10°C (45–50°F)
Production:
Attention!
Best enjoyed at 7–10°C (45–50°F). Chill thoroughly before serving and open the cork slowly, as the internal bottle pressure reaches 6 atmospheres.
Tasting notes
Delicate yet expressive, the bouquet unfolds with crisp green apple, citrus zest, and white floral notes, accented by the subtle spiced undertones of Gewürztraminer.
On the palate, the minerality and bright acidity of Chardonnay provide structure, while Müller-Thurgau and Kerner lend a graceful fruitiness. A well-balanced acidity carries through to a lingering, elegant finish.
Food pairing
Pairs well with many foods, including seafood, cheese (example: brie and camembert), foie gras, hearty dishes such as fried chicken or fish, macaroni and cheese. Also works well with sushi and sashimi as well as caviar. Steak, especially a ribeye or New York strip, and lamb are also good pairing choices.
Winemaking
The sediment (residue of yeast after fermentation) generated during the secondary fermentation and aging in the bottle for about 15 months is collected at the top of the bottle by remiage (a process known as moving the bottle, in which the bottle is rotated by 1/4 angle twice a day for a month), and then completely removed by disgorging (removing the sediment), which involves freezing and spraying the collected sediment
