For you, is wine expensive or cheap?
For those who don't usually drink much wine or don't drink alcohol at all, this will probably seem expensive.
However, there are probably some people who think it is cheap, or who think it is worth paying a certain amount for wine.
I think such people probably feel that wine is not simply an alcoholic liquid to get drunk, but that sipping wine allows them to spend their time in a richer way.
Some people say that when they eat while being mindful of the compatibility of wine with food, they can feel a deliciousness and enjoyment that they could not get from the food alone.
When you come across an aroma or taste that you like, you feel very happy. You wonder in which region and how the wine was made that it brings about this happy feeling.
By learning about the history, geography, and varieties of wine, you can imagine the background to the creation of the bottle in front of you and how it got to where it is today.
Oh, it's all me.
However, I believe there are many people who can share this kind of slightly nerdy enjoyment.
When I see someone like that who has a love for wine behind the counter at my store, I get really excited.
When people with the same passion get together, such as a sauna lovers' club, a Dragons party, or friends who have read all the volumes of One Piece, the conversation tends to get very exciting.
Empathy really does have great power.
That's right, there is research that suggests that empathy makes the human brain larger.
Sharing something with friends is an intensely pleasurable experience for humans.
If we try to empathize with many different people in order to get that pleasure, we will end up with more friends, and society will become more complicated.
It seems that the capacity of the brain has increased in order to cope with this complex society.
When you think about it like that, wine is a drink that has the potential to connect you with people all over the world just by getting it and drinking it.
Now, we would like to announce an event that may resonate with you a little more.
~Invitation to the "Magna Club" to enjoy the best New Zealand wines~
It's been a few years since Bokumo became a wine bar specialising in New Zealand wines.
Recently, we have been fortunate to see an increase in customers coming from far away to enjoy New Zealand wines and the chef's dishes that go perfectly with them.
The variety of wines available to enjoy by the glass is increasing every day, and we believe we have managed to create a lineup befitting a specialty store.
However, as a specialty store, there are still some areas where it is lacking, one of which is "ultra-high-class wines."
If possible, I would have liked to taste some of the finest wines with everyone and share the excitement.
When it comes to New Zealand wines, brands that are traded at high prices tend to be priced in the 10,000 yen range.
Of course, this is still a fairly expensive wine, but there are actually wineries that only produce wines in a much higher zone than that.
A prime example of this is "Destiny Bay."
This winery produces only three Bordeaux blends and is based on Waiheke Island in the North Island, one of New Zealand's leading resort areas and a famous wine-producing region also known as the Wine Island.
Destiny Bay produces some of the most luxurious wines on Waiheke Island.
The entry-level model, Destiny , costs 23,430 yen.
The mid-range model, "Mistay," costs 48,510 yen.
The high-range Magna Pramia costs 83,270 yen.
(All prices include retail tax)
I'm feeling a bit dizzy...
In particular, the highest grade Magna Pramia has an annual production of about 2,700 bottles. In Japan, it cannot be purchased online or at ordinary liquor stores. Some call it the "phantom New Zealand wine."
Ugh, an illusion...
I'd like to try it once.
Just as I was thinking about this, the other day the president of the trading company that imports Destiny Bay approached me and said, "Let's hold an event at Bokumo where we can all drink Magna Pramia by the glass!"
Wow!
So, let's drink this magical wine.
I would be delighted to spend what may be a once in a lifetime experience with fellow New Zealand wine lovers.
"Magna Plamia Society"
| Date and Time | Friday, October 7, 2022 19:00-20:00 |
| place | At the wine counter at Bokumo |
| Participation fee | 7,700 yen (tax included) |
Content
- Assorted Bokkumo Appetizers
- Starter wine : Johanneshof Cellars Gewurztraminer 2020
- Main wine : Destiny Bay Magna Plamia 2010
*Includes an explanation of Destiny Bay Wines by Mr. Yamashita, President of import trading company Live Commerce.
remarks
- Reservations are required.
- The number of participants is limited. We will close the application as soon as the capacity is reached.
- Reservations are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Please contact us through Bokumo or Iwasu's various social media accounts, by phone ( 052-253-6950 ), or by email ( info@bokumo.jp ).
- From 8pm onwards, you can enjoy the Bokumo menu at your seat.
More information about the winery here .
