Synopsis

Bruce Gutlove, an American, has spent decades cultivating the increasing acclaim of Japanese wines. His accomplishments include having two of his wines served at G8 Summits held in Japan. For many years, he worked at a vineyard in Tochigi prefecture, providing opportunities for workers with developmental disabilities to discover their capabilities. He now runs his own winery in Hokkaido. In this episode of Japanophiles, Bruce Gutlove reflects on his career and explores the unique challenges of c