BISTRO MEIKUMA

Spain - Inland Region / Medium Body / Macabeo and Parellada with flavors of ripe fruits, rich in fruitiness and crisp acidity. [Photo on the left edge]

France, Languedoc / Medium body / 100% Chardonnay. Very easy to drink with green fruit and light acidity, a highly recommended glass! 【Second from the left in the photo】

France, Languedoc / Medium body / Cinsault, Syrah, Grenache, with citrus, floral aromas, and the scent of ripe yellow peaches, complemented by the fragrance of white pepper that tightens the overall profile. [Center of the photo]

France, Languedoc / Medium body / Syrah, Merlot with fresh aromas of dark fruits. Pairs well with various dishes! [Photo on the right]

France, Languedoc / Full-bodied / 65% Carignan Noir, 30% Syrah, with other spice aromas and dark fruits. The acidity, fruitiness, and tannins come together in a harmonious balance! [Second from the right in the photo]

France, Champagne region / Dry / Medium full-bodied / 100% Pinot Noir with a refined and rich aroma. On the palate, flavors of butter, almond, and brioche spread. An elegant and lively Champagne with a well-balanced profile!

France, Burgundy / Dry / Light body / 50% Chardonnay, 50% Pinot Noir. Fine bubbles, delicate foam that rises quietly. A beautiful pale golden color. Fresh and elegant aromas reminiscent of citrus, flowers, and minerals! With a firm acidity, it is perfect as an aperitif!

Spain - Inland Region / Medium Body / 90% Macabeo, 10% Parellada. This 'Citiar' Spanish domain produces traditional Cava using only Macabeo and Parellada. This Cava features fine bubbles, aromas of citrus and white fruits, and hints of brioche. On the palate, it offers rich fruitiness and a crisp acidity. - Glass 600 yen

France, Languedoc / Dry / Medium Body / 100% Chardonnay. A 'low price, high quality' Chardonnay from the fourth generation of the Pruitt family domain. It has creamy buttery nuances, and when tasted, it reveals a smoky texture and fresh green fruit. It has a light acidity and is well-balanced. An excellent value white wine that can be enjoyed in a lively group. - Glass 500 yen

France, Loire / Dry / Light Body / 100% Muscadet from the Pays Nantais region of the Loire. Made from grapes from old vines aged 25 to 60 years, the wine is produced using natural cultivation methods and hand-harvesting. It undergoes fermentation with natural yeast, followed by bâtonnage (stirring of the lees), and is aged sur lie for 9 to 15 months with the lees. The wine has a greenish-yellow color, vibrant acidity, and rich minerals, enhanced by the sur lie method.

Germany, Pfalz / Medium Dry / Light Body / 100% Riesling. A high-quality German wine crafted by Japanese woman Ayako Tokuoka. The wines from this winery, made using organic farming methods, are fermented and aged with yeast for at least 15 months before bottling. It features aromas of tropical fruits like pineapple and mango, with a fresh acidity that can be described as striking! Be sure to try this wine from a Japanese professional active overseas.

France, Burgundy / Dry / Medium-light body / 100% Chardonnay. A glass with delicate aromas of white flowers and fruits, tropical fruits, and soft fruitiness harmonized with minerals.

Hungary Tokaj / Slightly dry / Medium body / 100% Furmint. The 'Royal Tokaji' is a representative wine from the Hungarian Tokaj winery. At the VIP opening ceremony of the London Olympics, 500 bottles of Royal Tokaji wine were served, and wine critics have praised it as 'a wine that even angels would sing praises for.' This dry Furmint has aromas of grape flowers, honey, citrus, and a hint of nuts, and it offers a smooth taste with a long finish.

France, Loire / Dry / Medium-Light Body / 100% Sauvignon Blanc. The 12th generation owner, Jean-Claude Chatelain, practices traditional viticulture and produces wines that elegantly express the characteristics of the grape variety. The appearance of this wine is a bright white with a hint of gold. It has a sharp aroma. On the palate, it is mineral and spicy, with hints of mint. The characteristics of the region's flint, Silex, are well represented in this Pouilly-Fumé.

France, Loire / Dry / Medium Full-Bodied / 100% Sauvignon Blanc. Founded in 1927, Domaine de la Roussière is currently run by the founder's son and his sons, who continue to carefully cultivate grapes organically, earning high praise for their 'Sancerre with a remarkable mineral quality that embodies the taste of the terroir.' This Grand Picot is an upper cuvée made from hand-harvested grapes aged 30 to 35 years, cultivated using organic farming methods (partially biodynamic), and aged in barrels for 20%. It has a strong fruit flavor and a well-balanced acidity, with a long finish.

France, Alsace / Sweet / Full-bodied / 100% Gewürztraminer, filled with floral aromas, rich in scents unique to Gewürztraminer such as rose and lychee. The smooth and pleasant acidity balances the sweetness. With a solid structure and long finish, it can be enjoyed on its own.

France, Burgundy / Dry / Light Body / 100% Chardonnay. Founded in 1870 by Robert Vocoret, this estate is now run by his grandchildren and sons, producing wines with a classic taste and receiving top-class ratings in Chablis. The Premier Cru vineyard Vaillon uses grapes from plots planted by the Vocoret family in 1955 and 1960, with an average vine age of 50 years. After harvest, the grapes undergo alcoholic fermentation and malolactic fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. They are then aged for 7 months in large wooden casks.

A prestigious rosé from a château that became the property of the King of West Francia in the 9th century, located in Languedoc, France. It is dry and medium-bodied, made from Cinsault, Syrah, Grenache, and Grenache Blanc. It has a soft and mellow mouthfeel. Following refreshing citrus aromas, floral notes and the scent of ripe yellow peach are complemented by hints of white pepper that tighten the overall profile.

France, Languedoc / Dry / Medium Body / 30% Syrah, 30% Merlot, and other award-winning varieties! This Château du Grand Combe, known for its excellent cost-performance, is located in the heart of Languedoc, Corbières. Aromas of fresh dark fruits. A well-balanced style body. This wine is versatile, suitable for delicate dishes as well as meat dishes! ・Bottle 500 yen

France, Languedoc / Dry / Full-bodied / 65% Carignan Noir, 30% Syrah, with other spice aromas and black fruit notes. The acidity, fruitiness, and tannins come together in a harmonious balance!

California / Dry / Full-bodied / 100% Cabernet Sauvignon with bright berry aromas and spice flavors from oak aging, evoking fresh cherries and ripe berry fruits. It pairs well with a variety of dishes, especially excellent with red meats!

France, Burgundy / Dry / Medium body / 100% Pinot Noir, transitioning from red fruits to black fruits. A hint of pepper aroma. Velvety texture.

France, Bordeaux / Dry / Medium body / 85% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon. Deep ruby color. Aromas of red fruits and black cherries with delicate spice notes. Refreshing and smooth mouthfeel. A very elegant taste follows.

France, Rhône / Dry / Medium Full-Bodied / 50% Grenache, 50% Syrah. A deep purple and deep red aged wine. Aromas of currants, green pepper, and wild herbs. On the palate, it offers soft tannins and remarkable fruitiness.

Italy, Piedmont / Dry / Full-bodied / 100% Nebbiolo. This winery, with a tradition dating back to 1755, is famous as a négociant, but this wine is a special one that focuses on the cuvée from its own vineyards, allowing for a pursuit of low prices and quality. It has a slightly brick-colored, shining garnet hue. The aroma is captivating, featuring complexity that evokes red fruits. Well-balanced, with a solid structure, it offers a long finish, making it a recommended red wine by Make Ma!

France, Bordeaux / Dry / Full-bodied / 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 50% Merlot. This château, classified as a Cru Bourgeois in 1932, is located in the village of Avensan, almost halfway between the villages of Margaux and Moulis. Its history can be traced back to 1235, making it one of the most historic châteaux in the Médoc. The 2007 vintage, having reached a moderate level of aging, offers powerful potential along with the smoothness and complexity gained from bottle aging, making it perfect for drinking right now.

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