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ARUGA BRANCA · KATSUNUMA WINERY · KATSUNUMA, YAMANASHI · EST. 1937

ARUGA BRANCA CLAREZA

Pure, unoaked Koshu: citrus, nashi pear and white flowers over lively acidity, a light saline line and a clean bitter finish.

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Koshu 100%No oakIWC Silver · 92
Category
Dry white wine
Grape
Koshu 100%
Origin
Katsunuma, Yamanashi
Vinification
Sur lie · no oak
ABV
11.5%
Volume
750 ml
What defines it

Koshu without oak, assembled for balance at the table.

Koshu from eastern Kofu Basin sites is assembled from several lots. Stainless-steel fermentation and enamel- or ceramic-lined tanks keep the wine focused on citrus, mineral lift and the gentle body gained from lees.

GrapeKoshu 100%
FermentationStainless · about 2 weeks
Lees ageingAbout 6 months
VesselLined tank
OakNone
The 2023 vintage is shown at 11.5% ABV.
How it is made

Two weeks of fermentation, then about six months on lees.

01

Ferment in stainless steel

The Koshu ferments for about two weeks in stainless steel, preserving its clean fruit and acidity.

02

Age on lees

The wine then spends about six months with its lees in an enamel- or ceramic-lined tank.

03

Keep oak out

No oak is used, so the grape's citrus, pear, mineral and gentle bitter tones remain clear.

Taste

Citrus and nashi pear, followed by saline freshness and gentle bitterness.

ARUGA BRANCA CLAREZA profile

Lemon and grapefruit meet nashi pear and white flowers. The palate is lively and dry, with a subtle saline edge, restrained lees-derived body and a fine Koshu bitterness that keeps the finish precise.

LemonNashi pearWhite flowersSaline finish
How to serve

Serve cool and let the wine stay close to the food.

Temperature

Serve at 8–12°C. No decanting is required.

Glass

A slim, medium white-wine glass keeps the citrus and mineral detail focused.

At the table

Suitable with sushi, sashimi, dashi-led dishes, grilled white fish and lightly seasoned yakitori.

Verified recognition

Verified recognition

Only recognition verified for this exact product or vintage is shown.

2025
International Wine Challenge · 2023 vintageSilver · 92 points

READ & DISCOVER · 3 QUESTIONS

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Question 1

Which grape is used?

  1. 100% Koshu
  2. 100% Merlot
  3. 100% Aligoté
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Correct answer: A — 100% Koshu

Answer: 100% Koshu. The linked section gives the source detail.

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Question 2

Which vessel is used for fermentation?

  1. Red wine casks
  2. Stainless-steel tanks
  3. Earthenware jars
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Correct answer: B — Stainless-steel tanks

Answer: Stainless-steel tanks. The linked section gives the source detail.

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Question 3

About how long does it mature on lees?

  1. Six days
  2. Six years
  3. Six months
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Correct answer: C — Six months

Answer: Six months. The linked section gives the source detail.

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The maker

Koshu, pursued as a language of place.

Katsunuma Winery began in 1937 and has concentrated on Koshu as its defining grape. Under the principle of making the best possible wine even if only one barrel is produced, the family pursues precise vineyard work and restrained cellar choices that keep the variety and place in view.

Founded1937
LocationKatsunuma, Yamanashi
CompanyKatsunuma Winery
Primary grapeKoshu
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