Cheongdo Gam Wine
청도감와인
A persimmon wine specialist in Cheongdo, Gyeongbuk, producing ice and table wines from locally grown persimmons.
- Region
- Gyeongsangbuk
- Address
- 경북 청도군 풍각면 봉길1길27
Products (3)
Korean Fruit Wine
Persimmongeurin Aiseu Wine
감그린 아이스와인
Persimmongeurin Ice Wine is a 10% ABV ice-style fruit wine from Cheongdo Persimmon Wine Brewery in Gyeongsangbuk-do, made entirely from Korean-grown persimmons. The ice-wine treatment concentrates the persimmon's natural sugars, producing a honeyed intensity that fresh-fruit versions cannot match. The nose is captivating — ripe persimmon, dried apricot, orange blossom honey, and a warm amber-fruit complexity. On the palate, the body is light-medium with a silky, almost nectar-like texture that makes each sip feel luxurious without heaviness. The persimmon sweetness is rich and layered, revealing dried fruit, caramel, and subtle spice notes as the wine warms in the glass. At 10% ABV, it remains gentle enough for newcomers to fruit wine, while offering depth that experienced drinkers will appreciate. The finish is moderately long, with persimmon warmth and a clean, non-cloying close. The 375ml bottle is perfectly sized for dessert service. Cheongdo is one of Korea's premier persimmon-growing regions, lending this wine a strong sense of terroir. Serve well-chilled at 5-8°C with creamy brie or triple-cream cheese where the honeyed sweetness plays against fat, alongside light desserts like almond cake, or on its own as a dessert course replacement.
FruitySweet
cheeselight appetizers
10% ABV375ml
Korean Fruit Wine
Persimmongeurin Special
감그린 스페셜
Persimmongeurin Special is a 12% ABV persimmon fruit wine from Cheongdo Persimmon Wine Brewery in Gyeongsangbuk-do, made exclusively from Korean-grown persimmons. This is the fuller, more expressive sibling in the Persimmongeurin lineup, with 2% higher alcohol than the ice-wine version adding noticeable body and warmth. The nose offers layered persimmon sweetness — ripe Hachiya-like fruit, dried fig, a touch of cinnamon bark, and subtle tannin from the skin. On the palate, the body is medium with a rounder, more substantial mouthfeel than the lighter expressions. The persimmon's natural tannins interact with the sweetness to create a gentle structural tension, giving the wine shape beyond simple fruit-and-sugar. The midpalate reveals a toasted, almost nutty nuance, and the finish is moderately long with a warm, drying resolution. The 750ml format is built for shared dining, where the wine can develop in the glass over a longer meal. Cheongdo's persimmon terroir — warm days and cool nights that slowly ripen the fruit — comes through clearly. Serve at 10-13°C with aged gouda or manchego where the tannic interplay becomes interesting, alongside roasted chestnut dishes, or with caramel-based desserts where the persimmon's warm-fruit character resonates naturally.
FruitySweet
cheeselight appetizers
12% ABV750ml
Korean Fruit Wine
Persimmon Green Regular
감그린 레귤러
Persimmon Green Regular is a 12% ABV persimmon fruit wine from Cheongdo Persimmon Wine Brewery in Gyeongsangbuk-do, crafted entirely from domestically grown Korean persimmons. Positioned as the everyday drinking option in the Persimmongeurin lineup, this regular edition prioritizes clean drinkability and straightforward fruit expression. The nose is fresh and bright — ripe persimmon pulp, a hint of citrus peel, and light floral sweetness without the concentrated intensity of the ice-wine or special editions. On the palate, the body is light-medium with an easygoing, smooth flow. Sweetness is present and friendly but calibrated to stay in the background, making this a wine you can pour through a casual meal without palate fatigue. The finish is clean, moderately short, and leaves a pleasant fruity freshness that invites the next sip. At 750ml, it is sized for generous sharing. Cheongdo has cultivated persimmons for centuries, and that regional expertise translates into consistent quality across the range. Serve at 8-11°C with simple cheese and cracker appetizers where the gentle fruit adds dimension without drama, alongside everyday salads or light pasta dishes, or with mild desserts like vanilla ice cream or fruit salad where the persimmon complements without competing.
FruitySweet
cheeselight appetizers
12% ABV750ml
