Swirl, sniff and sip like a pro at Iwanohara Vineyard. After sampling the products and learning about winemaking techniques, buy a bottle or two.
Iwanohara Vineyard is a great place to begin exploring Joetsu. This wine-making establishment is recommended by fellow travelers, but it isn't the only thing to do here. Pencil in time for other sights like Takada Park, Takada Castle, and Kobayashi Kokei Memorial Museum to really enjoy what's on offer in the area.