Jun Co., Ltd.
wa-syu, which specializes in Japanese wine, has started handling “KAZU WINE”, which makes wine domestically and internationally, with the Banksy of the wine world in mind!
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wa-syu OFFICIAL ONLINE SHOP (hereinafter referred to as wa-syu) is an online shop run by Jun Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Minato-ku,
Tokyo/President: Susumu Sasaki) that proposes the enjoyment of Japanese wine. ” is a wine brand “KAZU WINE” created by winemaker Kazuomi Fujimaki, who makes wine using grapes grown by local producers at his friends’ wineries around the world. (KAZU WINE Co., Ltd. Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo/hereinafter referred to as KAZU WINE) started handling on December 5, 2023.
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“KAZU WINE” is run by Kazuomi Fujimaki, who worked as a manager, sommelier, and general manager at one of Japan’s leading Italian restaurant groups before becoming a winemaker. Mr. Fujimaki is also known for being one of the first to come up with the now common method of offering “wine pairing” in order to spread the appeal of natural wine during his time as a sommelier, and is one of the people who contributed to the spread of natural wine in Japan. One person. All of the wine he makes uses organic grapes, no SO2 (sulfurous acid) added, and is fermented using wild yeast.
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The five wine brands that have started selling at wa-syu are made by Alex Craighead Wines in Nelson, New Zealand. wa-syu, which specializes in “Japanese wine” made in Japan using only domestic grapes, decided to handle wines other than Japanese wine for the first time, being aware of the Banksy of the wine world and not being limited by location. This is because we resonated with the attitude of “KAZU WINE,” which promotes a new sense of values, with the concept of being a natural wine guerrilla that makes wine all over the world. Also, I felt that Mr. Fujimaki’s wines had a certain kind of commitment that only a Japanese winemaker could have. KAZU WINE’s wines are brewed with Japanese sensibilities using organically grown grapes in a wonderful environment overseas, and go well with Japanese food. Although it is not what you would call “Japanese wine,” I would like everyone who loves Japanese wine to try it. With this in mind, we have selected wines from a new genre that are different from those stipulated by law, and which can be described as “wines unique to Japan,” which have now joined the wa-syu lineup.
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“DO THE RIGHT THING” RED 2022 Price: 5,940yen (in tax)
Red wine [Production area] New Zealand [Winery] KAZU WINE [Variety/Blend ratio] 100% Pinot Noir [Year of production] 2022 [Type] Medium body [Taste] Elegant [Alcohol content] 12% [Size] 750ml [ Recommended pairings] Yakiniku, hamburgers, steaks, fish dishes with spices and herbs
“I’M SORRY MAMA” WHITE 2022 Price: 5,940yen (in tax)
White wine [Production region] New Zealand [Winery] KAZU WINE [Variety/Blend ratio] Sauvignon Blanc 75%, Gewurztraminer, Pinot Gris, Riesling (25% in a blend of three types) [Production year] 2022 [Type] Dry [Taste] Fruity [Alcohol content] 13% [Size] 750ml [Recommended pairing] Salt beef tongue, oysters, sea squirts, etc. “SEXUAL HEALING” ROSE 2022 Price: 5,940yen (in tax)
Rosé wine [Production region] New Zealand [Winery] KAZU WINE [Variety/Blend ratio] 50% Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Gewurztraminer, Riesling (30% in a blend of 3 types) Merlot 20% [Year of production] 2022 [Type] Dry [Taste] Fruity [Alcohol content] 12.5% [Size] 750ml [Recommended pairing] Yakitori (salt) such as chicken skin and sesame, and various spices such as green onion and ginger.
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“WHY NOT?” PINOT NOIR 2021 Price: 7,700yen (in tax)
Red wine [Production region] New Zealand [Winery] KAZU WINE [Variety/Blend ratio] 100% Pinot Noir [Year of production] 2022 [Type] Medium body [Taste] Elegant [Alcohol content] 13% [Size] 750ml [ Recommended pairings] Gibier such as wild boar and deer, beef dishes, etc.
“WHY NOT?” CHARDONNAY 2021 Price: 7,700yen (in tax)
White wine [Production region] New Zealand [Winery] KAZU WINE [Variety/Blend ratio] 100% Chardonnay [Year of production] 2022 [Type] Dry [Taste] Rich [Alcohol content] 12% [Size] 750ml
[Recommended] [Pairing] Any seafood is OK
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Kazuomi Fujimaki
Born in Kanagawa Prefecture in 1965. In 2005, he worked as a manager and sommelier at an Italian restaurant that opened in Ginza. He devised a style of pairing each dish with natural wine. In 2007, he opened an Italian restaurant in Motomachi Chinatown, Yokohama. Later, when the store opened, he was appointed general manager. During his tenure, the group grew to six stores, many of which became thriving stores. In 2015, he transitioned from restaurant manager to winemaker. Moved alone to Nanyo City, Yamagata Prefecture, and began cultivating grapes on abandoned, dormant land. Established a winery in 2017. The wine was produced by maximizing the natural power of the grapes, with as little human intervention as possible. Currently, he has
established a new brand “KAZU WINE” independently. The company began visiting wineries around the world and importing wine back to Japan for release.
A special feature article featuring an original interview with “KAZU WINE” brewer Kazuomi Fujimaki is now available!
https://wa-syu.com/blogs/feature/new_arrivals_kazuwine
Click here for KAZU WINE wine ▶ https://wa-syu.com/collections/kazu-wine [Image 6
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[wa-syu] The first official online shop opened on December 15, 2020. Based on the concept of “entering the profound world of Japanese wine that has yet to be seen,” Jun Co., Ltd., which has operated a winery in Katsunuma-cho, Koshu City, Yamanashi Prefecture since 1979, proposes the enjoyment of Japanese wine navigated from a unique perspective. online shop. Masterpieces that take advantage of Japanese sensibilities and craftsmanship are being created one after another, and while attracting foodies both domestically and internationally, the store offers items selected from all over Japan, with a focus on ever-evolving Japanese wine.
wa-syu OFFICIAL ONLINE SHOP https://wa-syu.com/
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