SHIROI Chardonnay
The fragrant character of Japanese-grown Chardonnay grapes is wrapped in the richness of a cultured milk beverage and condensed milk, creating a light, creamy white liqueur.
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Dessert liqueur
Bringing fruit and dairy into one smooth texture
Its character comes from the way the main ingredient meets the base spirit. Two choices are central to the result.
Layering in Chardonnay juice
The fruit’s aroma and gentle acidity remain clear within the dairy base.
Smoothing with milk and condensed milk
Dairy richness softens the alcohol and creates a velvety palate.
Dessert-like creaminess with a light frame
At 6% ABV, fruit and dairy richness remain generous without becoming heavy.
The story behind this bottle
Before the taste notes, hear the story of a grape people call characterless. Runs about 4 minutes.
Question 1
Which ingredient does step 01 of “How it is made” identify for the fruit aroma and gentle acidity?
- Chardonnay juice
- La France pear juice
- Lychee juice
Read the answer and explanation
Correct answer: A — Chardonnay juice
Step 01 identifies Chardonnay juice. La France pear and lychee are separate products in the series. This does not mean that the drink has no other grape-derived ingredient.
Question 2
Which two dairy components appear in step 02’s description of the smooth texture?
- Barley koji and rock sugar
- A milk-based ingredient and condensed milk
- Cask wood and rice koji
Read the answer and explanation
Correct answer: B — A milk-based ingredient and condensed milk
Step 02 pairs a milk-based ingredient with condensed milk as part of the creamy texture. It does not explain a specific anti-separation technology or identify fresh milk as the sole dairy ingredient.
Question 3
How does the page use the phrase “a grape people call characterless”?
- As a declaration that no juice is used
- As a verdict that the finished liqueur is tasteless
- As an opening to the story of Chardonnay
Read the answer and explanation
Correct answer: C — As an opening to the story of Chardonnay
“Listen” uses this remark to introduce the story of Chardonnay. It is neither an ingredient statement nor a verdict that the finished liqueur has no flavour.
Chardonnay fragrance, rounded milk and gentle acidity
Sweet Chardonnay aroma leads into a creamy, smooth palate, with dairy richness and light acidity on the finish.
Chardonnay aroma and milk richness resonating within dessert territory
The food affinities for SHIROI Chardonnay are not combinations officially presented by the producer, but a reading drawn from the characteristics recorded on this page. Built around the fragrant aroma of Chardonnay grape juice, the richness of fresh and condensed milk, and its light 6% body, they are organised into four directions — distinct from its KAWAII SHIROI siblings SHIROI La France and SHIROI Lychee, this reading centres on grape-derived, Muscat-like aroma.
These suggestions are a hypothesis built on structural cues drawn from food-pairing theory — shared-aroma synergy, matching the ‘weight’ of drink and dish, and the layering-in of acidity — and are not an official recommendation from the producer.
SAKURAO B&D in Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima
SAKURAO B&D is based in Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima. For this liqueur, it brings ingredient selection and established production craft together in a distinctly Japanese expression.
2017 National Umeshu Tasting Competition — Liqueur
SHIROI Chardonnay shared first place in the liqueur category with SHIROI Lychee.
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