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Obuse Winery Domaine Sogga Merlot Murasaki Numéro Cinq 2022

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Obuse Winery Domaine Sogga Merlot Murasaki Numéro Cinq 2022 is a red wine from Nagano, Japan, made from Merlot. In Maison Apéro’s structured tasting profile, the quality is “Very good” and the readiness for drinking is “Can drink, with potential”.

Producer
Obuse Winery
Region
Nagano (長野) · Japan
Vintage
2022
Grapes
Merlot
Japan: map with a pin on Nagano (長野)Nagano (長野) and its surroundings: map with a pin
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About Obuse Winery Domaine Sogga Merlot Murasaki Numéro Cinq 2022

What grapes is Obuse Winery Domaine Sogga Merlot Murasaki Numéro Cinq 2022 made from?

Obuse Winery Domaine Sogga Merlot Murasaki Numéro Cinq 2022 is made from Merlot.

Where does Obuse Winery Domaine Sogga Merlot Murasaki Numéro Cinq 2022 come from?

Obuse Winery Domaine Sogga Merlot Murasaki Numéro Cinq 2022 comes from Nagano, Japan. It is made by Obuse Winery.

How does Obuse Winery Domaine Sogga Merlot Murasaki Numéro Cinq 2022 taste?

In Maison Apéro’s structured tasting profile, Obuse Winery Domaine Sogga Merlot Murasaki Numéro Cinq 2022 is recorded with these levels — Sweetness: Dry; Acidity: Medium+; Tannin: Medium; Alcohol: Medium; Body: Medium; Flavour intensity: Medium+; Finish: Medium+. Aromas: Red fruit, Black fruit, Herbal, Spice, Oak.

When should you drink Obuse Winery Domaine Sogga Merlot Murasaki Numéro Cinq 2022?

In Maison Apéro’s structured tasting profile, the readiness for drinking of Obuse Winery Domaine Sogga Merlot Murasaki Numéro Cinq 2022 is “Can drink, with potential”.

Domaine Sogga is the estate-grown label of Obuse Winery, a benchmark artisanal producer situated in Nagano Prefecture, Japan. Winemaker Akihiko Soga crafts parcel-specific red wines from the Murasaki sector in Obuse, where well-drained alluvial soils and an inland alpine climate yield refined expressions of classic European varieties. Numéro Cinq represents a specific single-parcel Merlot, vinified with traditional European precision and restrained oak maturation.

Japan: map showing where Nagano (長野) is, and a map of its surroundings
Nagano (長野) · JapanMap: Maison Apéro, based on Natural Earth (public domain)

Sensory & terroir profile

6-Axis Radar

Acidity Medium+ Tannin Medium Body Medium Alcohol Medium Flavourintensity Medium+ Finish Medium+

3-Tier Aromas

● Primary (Varietal, Fruit & Flora):
Red fruitBlack fruitHerbalSpice
● Secondary (Vinification, Yeast & Oak):
Oak

Tasting review

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Structured tasting profile

How to read this profile: each attribute is recorded as one level on a fixed scale, for example Acidity: Low · Medium− · Medium · Medium+ · High. Attributes without a saved level are left out; nothing is estimated.

Clarity
Clear
Intensity
Medium
Color
Ruby
Aroma intensity
Medium+
Development
Youthful
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium+
Tannin
Medium
Alcohol
Medium
Body
Medium
Flavour intensity
Medium+
Finish
Medium+
Quality
Very good
Readiness for drinking
Can drink, with potential
Primary

Red fruit, Black fruit, Herbal, Spice

Secondary

Oak

Quality markers

✓ Balance, ✓ Length, ✓ Intensity, ✓ Complexity

Up to 8 aromas across all three categories, with a target of 4–5 palate flavours. Only supported descriptors are listed; absences do not count as aromas. Red check counts are not scores.

Expert commentary

The 2022 vintage showcases vivid red cherry and black plum fruit underpinned by Nagano's brisk natural acidity. Powdery, fine tannins interlock cleanly with delicate cedar and toasted spice notes from judicious barrel ageing. The palate remains light on its feet yet concentrated, demonstrating noteworthy cool-climate elegance.

Serving and ageing guide

This wine can drink now but has potential for ageing. Its vibrant fruit concentration and crisp acidity are supported by finely textured tannins that will allow graceful development over the next four to six years. For optimal service, pour at 16–17°C after decanting for 30 minutes to permit the subtle spice and floral nuances to unfold. It pairs naturally with pan-seared duck breast, roasted squab, or braised pork with autumn mushrooms. The wine achieves a very good standard through harmonious structural balance, refined aromatic complexity, and a persistent finish. Its medium plus aroma intensity on the nose matches the medium plus flavour intensity on the palate, ensuring that subtle herbal and oak tones do not overshadow the pure red and dark berry profile. The refreshing acidity elevates the lingering spiced finish.

Appearance

Phrases the assessment is based on

The wine is clear with a medium ruby appearance.

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