The name "VINERIA" is a combination of the Italian words "Vino" (wine) and "Osteria" (izakaya = tavern), and represents the casual style of enjoying wine and food that our head brewer, Mr. Yano, loved when he worked in Italy.
The cuisine that you will enjoy with our wines at VINERIA will be prepared by the "Salone Group", a team that has always worked together, from grape cultivation to tastings.
We promise that our dishes, crafted to complement the unique character of our wines, will make your time with us even more enjoyable.
GRAPEREPUBLICINC. VINERIA SALONE
2-6-28 Komachi, Kamakura-shi, Kanagawa-ken
248-0006, Japan Phone 0467-55-8295
Concept
We, GRAPE REPUBLIC INC. grow grapes and brew wine in Nanyo City, Yamagata Prefecture, Japan.
For our first attempt to set up our own restaurant and serve our own wine, we thoughtfully considered the ideal location where people could truly enjoy our offerings.
The same wine can taste and feel different depending on the environment. While enjoying wine alone is fine, sharing it with friends or a partner brings a whole new flavor to the experience.
We sought the perfect location to convey our vision of creating a distinct character that only Japanese wine can express, emphasizing organic cultivation and a deep connection to nature.
Kamakura, the ancient capital of Japan, came to mind as a place where, like our winery, you can feel the richness of nature, the mountains, and the sea.
About "GRAPE REPUBLIC INC. VINERIA SALONE"
We hope you enjoy our wines, crafted using the world's oldest amphora vinification method, along with local cuisine reminiscent of an Italian vineria, all in the fresh air of Kamakura with your friends.
Of course, you can also purchase our wine on the spot!
How we make wine at GRAPE REPUBLIC INC.
Since its establishment in 2017, we at GRAPE REPUBLIC INC. have consistently produced wines under the phrase "Made from 100% Grapes" with a primary focus on "terroir”, a concept that encompasses not only the climate, terrain, and soil of each region, but also the people who live there and the culture that they have fostered.
Another feature of our wine is that we use amphora vinification, which is said to be the oldest winemaking method in the world.
In this method, ceramic vases called amphorae, imported directly from Spain, are buried in the ground. Our winery has 17 amphoras of various sizes, each with a maximum capacity of 1,000 liters, making it one of the largest in Japan.
The use of amphoras in winemaking has been around for about 8,000 years. We decided to use amphoras because they fit perfectly with our winemaking philosophy.
By primarily using the amphora vinification method, combined with stainless steel and other tanks, we are able to produce wines that are natural yet consistently high in quality.
We believe that by highlighting the unique 'terroir' of Nanyo City, we can showcase the individuality that only Japanese wine can offer.
We continue to produce grapes and wine today with the belief that wine is also a gift of nature.
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Grand Opening
We are pleased to announce the grand opening of GRAPE REPUBLIC INC. VINERIA SALONE, the newest branch of the SALONE Group, in the ancient capital of Kamakura.
Please enjoy GRAPE REPUBLIC's wines made in close proximity to nature in Kamakura, where the sea and mountains are close by, in the "VINERIA" style, serving dishes that go well with wine.
We sincerely look forward to serving you. -
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations made without prior notice after the reserved time may incur a cancellation charge. We apologize in advance for any inconvenience this may cause.
