Akaneya Concord Red Grape Juice Karuizawa 1L

Karuizawa · Concord Grape Juice Akaneya Red Grape Juice Brought directly from Karuizawa — only by Hokkaido Uni Shop. What is Akaneya grape juice? This is a red grape juice from Akaneya, a coffee shop in Karuizawa — the historic highland resort in Nagano — that has been running for over half a century. It's made entirely from Japanese Concord grapes, a variety known for a deep color and a full, jammy sweetness, with notes of wild berry, dark plum, and a faint earthiness. It comes in a 1-liter bottle. The juice was developed with input from people in the wine trade, aiming for a layered, full-bodied flavor rather than a simple sweet juice — all from the fruit, with no alcohol. In a 2004 blind tasting held in Karuizawa, with sommeliers and wine buyers judging around two dozen juices with the labels hidden, this one came first over entries from fruit shops, wineries, and growers. Specifications Origin Karuizawa, Nagano, Japan Maker Akaneya (茜屋) Type Red grape juice Grape Concord (100% Japanese) Flavor Full-bodied; wild berry, dark plum, faint earthiness Ingredients [要確認 — 果汁割合・添加物・アレルゲン] Volume 1L Storage Cool, dark place; refrigerate after opening How to enjoy Serve it chilled in a glass. It's full-bodied enough to stand in at the table when others are having wine, and suits guests who don't drink, children, or anyone driving. It also pairs with cheese and dessert, or can be warmed gently in cooler months. Pairing notes — cheese, dessert, celebration meals, and a toast without alcohol. Good to know: Made from 100% Japanese Concord grapes. Comes in a 1-liter bottle and presents well as a gift. Store in a cool, dark place and refrigerate after opening.