When we visited Japan in early 2026, I made sure to reserve some luggage room to bring home some unique Japanese varietals. One such grape was Ryugan, often called Zenkoji-shu due to its cultivation near the Zenoji Temple in Nagano. While distinctly different from a similar Japanese white grape, Koshu, which we also tried, they share many similarities.
So if you're wanting a delicate Japanese wine that had subtle hints of sake, don't overlook Musee du Vin's Ryugan- but just be sure to pair it with an equally delicate meal!