Niki Hills Merlot encapsulates the terroir perfectly, the wine is clean, modern and straight to the point. Lightness and elegance expected from a Merlot made in Hokkaido.

100% destemmed
100% wild yeast
Remontage twice daily.
Maceration 4 weeks.
Barrel aged
No filter

A strong reddish garnet color. Ripe black currant, black cherry, raisin, clove, cardamom, purple leaf and dried bay leaf. Fresh fruit flavor, firming acidity, and the bitterness of almonds with skin are impressive.

Variety - Merlot, small quantities of Cabernet Franc