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Region: Languedoc (IGP Pays d'Oc) Taste Type: Dry Variety: Grenache Viognier. This is a new winery in southern France that started in 2003, but its quality has received high praise from various wine specialty magazines and guidebooks. It offers a rare cleanliness and refreshing body in this price range. With a fresh and lively taste, the acidity is also well-balanced, making it an ideal table wine. • Glass... 450 yen • Bottle... 2,500 yen

Origin: Spain Taste Type: Dry Variety: Airen A wine produced by a cooperative that only handles organically grown grapes. It uses the Airen variety, which is the main variety in La Mancha, and is a refreshing, fruity dry white wine. • Glass... 450 yen • Bottle... 2,500 yen

Region: Chile Taste Type: Dry with a green hue on the edge and a deep yellow. It has a harmony of fresh citrus aromas and tropical fruit scents. It possesses a fresh and good structure, clearly showcasing the personality of the grapes. You can also enjoy a lingering finish. ・Glass... 450 yen ・Bottle... 2,500 yen

Region: Chile Taste Type: Dry The lively yellow has a slight green tint. Aromas of citrus fruits and hints of white peach evoke a tropical taste. It has a fresh acidity and a well-balanced sourness. ・Glass... 450 yen ・Bottle... 2,500 yen

Region: Languedoc (IGP Pays d'Oc) Taste Type: Medium Variety: Grenache Syrah. This emerging winery in southern France started in 2003, and its quality has received high praise from various wine specialty magazines and guidebooks. It offers a rare cleanliness and pleasant body in this price range. Spicy and fruity, with a refreshing mouthfeel, it is an ideal wine for the table. • Glass... 450 yen • Bottle... 2,500 yen

Region: Spain Taste Type: Medium Variety: Tempranillo A wine made by a cooperative that only handles organically grown grapes. Uses the Tempranillo variety, which is a main variety in Spain. It has pleasant ripe berry aromas, quality acidity, and soft tannins in this red wine. • Glass... 450 yen • Bottle... 2,500 yen

Origin: Chile Taste Type: Medium Body A rich ruby color with a bright hue. Aromas of ripe plums and berries, along with the scent of tobacco leaves. On the palate, it has a moderate structure, abundant tannins, and a character that is delicate yet complex. ・Glass... 450 yen ・Bottle... 2,500 yen

Origin: Chile Taste Type: Medium Body with a solid deep garnet color. Various fruit flavors intertwine, and overall, the aromas of cassis and black pepper are distinctly noticeable. In the mouth, it has strength, a rich texture, and a lingering finish that envelops you. ・Glass... 450 yen ・Bottle... 2,500 yen

Origin: Spain Taste Type: Dry Grape Varieties: Macabeo, Xarel·lo, Parellada Cava is a sparkling wine produced in the Penedès region of Catalonia, Spain, with secondary fermentation in the bottle. It is made by a cooperative, ensuring stable quality. It has aromas of citrus fruits and fresh herbs, offering a refreshing and crisp taste. • Glass... 650 yen • Bottle... 3,000 yen

Origin: Germany, Pfalz Region Taste Type: Medium Sweet 100% Riesling The winery was founded in the mid-19th century and was acquired by Tokuoka Co. in 2013, continuing to this day. The winemaker is Ms. Fumiko Tokuoka, who has built her reputation at the Ottes Winery (Rheingau region) and the Baron von Buhl Winery, and is well-regarded locally as a Japanese female winemaker. The clean-tasting Riesling and other wines she produces are well-balanced, affordable, and favored by Japanese consumers.

Region: Bordeaux Taste Type: Dry Grape Varieties: Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon, Muscadelle. Lion Beaulieu is a château like a treasured child of the Star Winery Despagne family, which manages Mont Pérat, and is not available for general sale. The concentrated grapes are carefully hand-picked to create a beautifully healthy white wine.

Region: Bordeaux Taste Type: Dry Grape Varieties: Semillon Muscadelle Sauvignon Blanc The original Cinderella wine, a casual white crafted by the owner of Valandraud. It features a spread of vibrant tropical fruit and herb flavors, resulting in a well-balanced, fresh dry wine.

Region: Burgundy Taste Type: Dry Variety: Chardonnay A Burgundy white wine produced by a cooperative established in the early 20th century. Given the recent surge in Burgundy wine prices, this offers a very reasonable price for a stable quality Chardonnay.

Region: Languedoc (I.G.P.) Taste Type: Dry Variety: Macabeo Viognier Domaine Gaida is dedicated to creating unique and refined wines in the southern French region of Languedoc. A new limited cuvée has been released from this charming winery. Inspired by Iggy Pop's 'The Passenger,' a legend of pop rock, it expresses a wandering and free touch through the label and the wine. The concept of 'Momentary Work' means that the label, grape varieties used, and their ratios will change every year.

Region: California Sonoma Taste Type: Dry Variety: Chenin Blanc This winery was established in 1972 and is now one of the few in California that is still owned and operated by the founding family. The owner, inspired by Loire wines, began making this wine, which has aromas of melon, white peach, orange blossom, and chamomile. On the palate, it is pleasantly filled with flavors of lemon, European pear, mango, and green apple.

Region: Alsace Taste Type: Slightly Dry Variety: Riesling There are many producers practicing organic farming in the Alsace region, and this producer has received top-class evaluations. The 25-year-old owner is dedicated to winemaking with a sincere attitude. From healthy, shiny, and beautifully concentrated grapes, an elegant and clean wine is produced.

Region: Burgundy Taste Type: Slightly Dry Grape Variety: Chardonnay The owner, who managed a popular wine bar in Paris for many years, has returned to his hometown of Burgundy to make wine. It is a beautiful white wine full of minerals, with a dignified presence.

Region: California Sonoma Taste Type: Dry Variety: Chardonnay The production area is in California, known for its cool climate, which is suitable for Burgundy varieties. This wine is also crafted into a refined Chardonnay. It has complex aromas of baked apple, pear, apricot, and after a while, fresh lime and candied ginger. The flavors of fruit, acidity, and oak are beautifully harmonized.

Region: Bordeaux Taste Type: Dry Grape Varieties: Sauvignon Blanc, Sémillon, Muscadelle This white wine, named 'Swan', is produced by the historic Château Fonréau (Cru Bourgeois) in Bordeaux. While the Médoc is an area where only red wines are classified, a small amount of white wine has been made here since the early 19th century. There was a gap of about 30 years after the war, but production resumed in 1989 and continues to this day. Perhaps because it is made from soil originally suited for red wine, it has a slightly exotic nuance, along with a rich and complex character, a clean fruitiness, and has been crafted into an excellent Bordeaux Blanc.

Region: Burgundy Taste Type: Dry Grape Variety: Chardonnay When it comes to fine white wines from Burgundy, it is either from the village of Montrachet or this village of Meursault. With five generations of winemakers, this vineyard has a small area of only 1.8 hectares. Additionally, grapes from old vines with an average age of 60 to 80 years are used. It features the characteristic nutty and buttery flavors of Meursault, complemented by fruitiness reminiscent of white peaches.

Region: Bordeaux Taste Type: Medium Variety: Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon A flagship wine from the long-established Bordeaux wine merchant 'Cresman'. It has elegant and refined aromas, with rich fruit flavors and a gentle scent of oak barrels.

Region: Languedoc (I.G.P.) Taste Type: Full-bodied Variety: Syrah Sanso Domaine Guida, known for its unique and refined winemaking in the southern French region of Languedoc, has released a new limited cuvée from this charming winery. Inspired by Iggy Pop's 'The Passenger,' a legend of pop rock, it expresses a wandering and free touch in both the label and the wine. The concept of 'Momentary Work' means that the label, grape varieties used, and their ratios will change every year.

Region: Bordeaux Taste Type: Medium Grape Varieties: Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon. Lion Bourlie is a star winery in Bordeaux, known for Mont Perat, and is like a treasured child of the Despagne family, not available for general sale. This second wine is made from grapes sourced from relatively young vines or grapes harvested earlier than the first wine. It offers a healthy and beautiful red that can be enjoyed deliciously from an early age.

Region: Near Bordeaux Taste Type: Full-bodied Grape Varieties: Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon Produced by the same producer as Prelude Marceau, it is made in a vineyard located in the main estate of an important family in the world of Bordeaux wine (near Bordeaux). It is a small production with an area of only 1.8 hectares. A family that leads the global wine industry cherishes its roots and creates a product that conveys the warmth of the farmer's hands. The 2008 vintage offers a sense of aging and excellent cost performance.

Region: Bordeaux Taste Type: Full-bodied Variety: Merlot (100%) This is the second label of the wine 'Marceau,' which was started as a hobby by the president of a famous old wine merchant in Bordeaux. Marceau is now said to be the 'Petrus' of this Cote de Francs area (to the east of Saint-Emilion) (Petrus is an ultra-premium wine from Bordeaux). Prelude means 'prelude.' As a prelude to 'Marceau,' it is a style that can be enjoyed from a young age, and the 2014 vintage is currently well-aged.

Region: Burgundy Taste Type: Medium Variety: Pinot Noir The origins date back to the 17th century, and it is a traditional family-run producer from the village of Marsannay. Building on the predecessor's organic farming, they have been engaged in biodynamic cultivation since the 2004 vintage. The handmade feel, fruitiness, and good balance with acidity are impressive.

Region: California Sonoma Taste Type: Full-bodied Varieties: Zinfandel, Petit Sirah, Primitivo Founded in 1972, this winery is now one of the few in California still owned and operated by the founding family. Zinfandel is the representative red of this winery. It has a diverse and attractive aroma of raspberry, cherry, toast, black pepper, dark chocolate, and mocha, with a refined acidity that intertwines to create a complex flavor.

Region: Burgundy Taste Type: Full-bodied Grape Variety: Pinot Noir Mr. Gérard Raphet is a traditional, artisan producer representing Burgundy. The masculine style of the village of Chambertin has a robust yet gentle fruitiness, and when tasted, one can also feel umami reminiscent of dashi, a Japanese soup stock.

Region: Bordeaux Taste Type: Full-bodied Varieties: Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon This is a Bordeaux Cru Bourgeois wine. At the time, it was a popular wine that sold out its entire production within a week of release. The year 2000 was a great vintage for Bordeaux, and it is currently at its drinking peak after nearly 20 years.

Region: Bordeaux Taste Type: Full-bodied Varieties: Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon This is a Cru Bourgeois wine from Bordeaux. At the time, it was a popular wine that sold out its entire production within a week of release. The year 2000 was a great vintage for Bordeaux, and it is currently at its drinking peak after nearly 20 years.

Region: Bordeaux Taste Type: Full-bodied Grape Varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot A large winery representing Bordeaux, which was owned by a Japanese company at the time in 1994. Due to the connections and high quality from that time, it remains a popular wine in Japan even today. You can feel the charm of the good old Bordeaux red.

Region: Burgundy Taste Type: Full-bodied Grape Variety: Pinot Noir This winery has been in operation since the early 19th century in the village of Gevrey-Chambertin, the central area for Burgundy wines. It has a pleasant fruitiness, combined with the structure and strength characteristic of the Chambertin village, all while maintaining a refined style.

Region: Bordeaux Taste Type: Full-bodied Grape Varieties: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot Suntory has owned this prestigious third-class Bordeaux winery since 1983. The 2015 vintage is one of the standout years, showcasing not only the elegance typical of high-quality wines but also a large scale of fruitiness and body.

Region: Bordeaux Taste Type: Dry Grape Varieties: Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon. Lion Bourlie is a hidden gem of the Despagne family, a star winery in Bordeaux known for Mont Pérat, and is not available for general sale. Among them, this rosé is a rare find, with an exceptional sense of cleanliness. It pairs well as an aperitif and with a wide range of dishes, including seafood, and can be enjoyed casually on the terrace.

Region: Champagne Taste Type: Dry Grape Variety: Chardonnay This is a prestige Champagne from the Champagne house 'Canard Duchêne'. It is named in homage to Charles VII, the 'Victory King' of the Hundred Years' War. You can enjoy a powerful full-bodied taste that lives up to its name, along with the exquisite harmony created by the delicate and elegant style of 100% Chardonnay.

Region: Champagne Taste Type: Medium Dry Grape Varieties: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier This is a prestige Champagne Rosé from the Champagne house 'Canal Duchenne'. It is named in homage to Charles VII, the 'Victory King' of the Hundred Years' War. The 'Smooth Rosé' colors a charming and stylish world. A shimmering light pink created by the blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier. A noble Champagne enveloped in a faintly sweet raspberry aroma, filled with joy and temptation.

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