Mother's Day is the second Sunday of May every year . In 2023, Mother's Day will be on Sunday, May 14th .
It would be great if you could express your gratitude on this day, which you usually can't express. Choosing the right gift is also important. Start preparing in time for Mother's Day.
I'm sure that if you've come to this page, you are already considering wine as a gift.
First of all, it's so sweet that you know your mom loves wine and want to gift her with it!
When it comes to gifts, you want to choose something that matches the tastes of the person you're giving it to.
In this article, we will introduce how to choose wine and recommend wines as Mother's Day gifts, so we hope you will find it useful.
Wine is a great Mother's Day gift!
Here are three great wine gift ideas:
- The wine has a "rich feel" and is perfect as a gift.
- You can choose your favorite gift from a wide variety of options.
- Wine helps create enjoyable mealtimes and relaxing moments.
Wine has long been a popular gift item. One of the reasons for this is the profound feeling that wine has. Wine has a long history and is a drink that has been loved by many people. It has the characteristic that its flavor deepens with age, and the gorgeous appearance of the bottle and the weight of the wine that you feel when you receive it make it easy to convey that it is a gift for a special person.
There is also a wide variety of wine available, including red, white, and sparkling, so you can choose one that suits the recipient's tastes.
And because wine is best enjoyed with a meal, giving it as a gift can also be an opportunity to create a special mealtime.
It would be nice if busy moms could take their time to enjoy pairing wine with food.
Wine also brings people together, so I think it would be nice to get the whole family together to celebrate Mother's Day with wine.
How to choose a wine that you will love
Here are some tips for choosing wine:
- Research your favorite wines in advance
- For those who are not familiar with wine, we also recommend "half bottles" and "sweet wines."
As mentioned above, there are many types of wine. And since people who like wine often have their own preferences, such as "I like white" or "I like red," it's a good idea to casually check your mother's preferences beforehand.
Furthermore, if you know the detailed preferences for aroma, taste, etc., it will be easier to choose. In order to choose a wine that will please you, it is very important to do your research, so be sure to do your best here!
There is also the option of a half bottle of wine (375ml) for mothers who are not very tolerant of alcohol.
If your mother doesn't usually drink much alcohol but enjoys sweet drinks, we recommend choosing a sweet wine. Many sweet wines can last for more than a month in the refrigerator after opening, so they are also recommended for those who want to enjoy wine over a long period of time.
Things to consider when gifting wine
Next, I will briefly talk about some points to be careful about.
- Check the wine storage environment before choosing a wine
- If the room temperature is above 30 degrees, we recommend storing it in the refrigerator.
Mother's Day falls in May, a month when temperatures are rising rapidly. Wine is sensitive to temperature changes, so it's a good idea to check how your mother usually stores her wine.
If you have a wine cellar, it is of course OK to give a gift of wine that can be enjoyed for aging. However, if you don't, it is better to give a wine that can be enjoyed for its fresh aroma and flavor, and to open it as soon as possible and enjoy the wine.
For moms who don't have a wine cellar, please let them know that it is best to store the wine in the refrigerator on hot days or when the room temperature is above 30 degrees!
Budget and wrapping etc.
It is said that most people give Mother's Day gifts that cost around 3,000 to 5,000 yen.
When it comes to wine, there are many more delicious wines over 3,000 yen, and many more that will leave you feeling highly satisfied over 5,000 yen. Therefore, it may be a good idea to look for wines in that price range.
And since it's a special gift, don't forget to wrap it and include a message card. I'm sure your feelings will be conveyed.
Recommended NZ wines
From here, I'd like to introduce some of my favorite New Zealand wines that I recommend for Mother's Day.
Osawa Wines Prestige Collection Methode Traditionale Brut NV
The first thing we would like to introduce is authentic sparkling wine from Osawa Wines, owned by Japanese winemaker Taizo Osawa.
The wine's name "Method Traditionale" means "made using traditional methods," and this wine is made using the same "secondary fermentation in the bottle" method as Champagne.
It has a complex and deep aroma of brioche, lime, and white flowers, and a slight sweetness, but finishes dry, making it an elegant and luxurious wine.
| Winery Name | Osawa Wines |
|---|---|
| variety | 52% Pinot Noir, 48% Chardonnay |
| Origin | Hawke's Bay |
| Suggested retail price | 5,500 yen (tax included) |
Number One Family Estate Cuvee No.1 NV
The next wine we will introduce is also made using the Champagne method and is perfect for celebratory occasions.
This wine is made by a winery established by a prestigious family that has been producing champagne in the Champagne region of France for 12 generations after moving to New Zealand.
It has a fragrant aroma like brioche, with hints of citrus, peach, and honey. It is a gorgeous sparkling wine perfect for special occasions.
The label also has No.1 written in large letters, so it would be a great gift to show your mother that she is No.1.
| Winery Name | No.1 Family Estate |
|---|---|
| variety | Chardonnay |
| Origin | Marlborough |
| Suggested retail price | 5,830 yen (tax included) |
Invivo x Sarah Jessica Parker Sauvignon Blanc 2022
Next, we would like to introduce our most popular white wine.
This wine was created by Sarah Jessica Parker, an American actress who is known as a wine lover, in collaboration with the popular New Zealand winery Invivo. This Sauvignon Blanc wine is synonymous with New Zealand wine.
Many New Zealand Sauvignon Blancs have a pronounced citrus-like acidity, but this wine is not so acidic. It has nuances of peach, pineapple, and passion fruit, and the sur lies process enhances its flavor.
| Winery Name | Invivo |
|---|---|
| variety | Sauvignon Blanc |
| Origin | Marlborough |
| Suggested retail price | 2,860 yen (tax included) |
Purchase here: Bokumo Wine (Mother's Day Gift Page)
Greywacke Botrytis Pinot Gris (375ml) 2015
Next up, we'll introduce sweet wines.
This is an exquisite dessert wine created by Kevin Judd, a veteran winemaker in the New Zealand wine industry, and is characterized by its rich, melting fruit flavor and elegant floral aroma.
The "Botrytis" in the wine's name is an abbreviation of Botrytis cinerea, which refers to the noble rot fungus. This wine was made using grapes with a very complex flavor that were cultivated using this fungus, which only occurs under special conditions.
It goes great with blue cheeses such as Gorgonzola, and when paired with vanilla ice cream, you can feel the beautiful acidity of the wine. It might be a good idea to give cheese and ice cream along with the wine as a gift.
| Winery Name | Greywacke |
|---|---|
| variety | Pinot Gris |
| Origin | Marlborough |
| Suggested retail price | 5,610 yen (tax included) |
Palliser Estate Pencarrow Pinot Noir 2020
First, for red wine, we'd like to introduce a bottle of Pinot Noir, which has a gentle flavor.
The winery where this wine is made, Palliser Estate, is located in Martinborough, a region in New Zealand with the climate and soil conditions most similar to Burgundy.
Therefore, rather than being like the fruity Pinot Noir produced in New Zealand, this Pinot Noir has an elegant taste reminiscent of French wine, with a well-balanced blend of other elements.
Another highlight is the artistic and stylish label, which features a woman's beautiful profile.
| Winery Name | Palliser Estate |
|---|---|
| variety | Pinot Noir |
| Origin | Martinborough |
| Suggested retail price | 4,235 yen (tax included) |
Villa Maria Earth Garden Merlot & Cabernet Sauvignon 2020
The last wine we would like to introduce is "Earth Garden" from Villa Maria, a winery known for its outstanding reputation and high quality among New Zealand wineries.
The cute floral label is impressive and perfect for Mother's Day. This red wine is a Bordeaux blend. It is an organic wine with a clean taste, made with established techniques.
It has a deep color and rich flavor, but also has a strong fruity flavor and a gentle feel to it. I would especially recommend this wine to mothers who like deep red wines.
| Winery Name | Villa Maria |
|---|---|
| variety | Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon |
| Origin | Hawke's Bay |
| Suggested retail price | 4,070 yen (tax included) |
Purchase here: Bokumo Wine (Mother's Day Gift Page)
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What is the origin of Mother's Day?
Mother's Day is celebrated not only in Japan but in many other countries around the world. There are various theories about its origin, but it is said to have been introduced to Japan from America.
Mother's Day, which began in the United States, is said to be a commemorative day that was born from the actions of one young girl to mourn her mother. The young girl's mother, Ann Jarvis, was a social activist who lived during the Civil War. She founded the Mother's Day Work Club and carried out various charitable activities, such as raising funds for the sick and poor and conducting food inspections.
When Ann died in May 1905, her daughter Anna Jarvis held a memorial service for her in 1907 and distributed white carnations, which was her mother's favorite, as a sign of respect and remembrance for her mother. This action gained support, and it is said that Mother's Day spread throughout the United States and then around the world.
By the way, the color of the carnation has a meaning, and the "white carnation" that Anna gave to her mother is the color of flowers that are generally given to deceased mothers. Therefore, when giving carnations to a mother who is still alive, it is good to give red carnations, which mean "affection," or pink carnations, which mean "gratitude."
summary
Mother's Day is an important day once a year when you can express your gratitude to your mother.
If your mother likes wine and drinks it regularly, you'll want to find a wine that matches her tastes and give it to her. Along with the gift, why not express your gratitude to her in words, something you might not normally be able to express?
I hope you find a great wine to give to your mother.
After this year's Mother's Day is over, ask her what she thought of the wine you gave her and use that to think about what kind of wine you'd like to give her next year!
