Bokumo Today's Wine by the Glass

Today's wine by the glass list is here. Bokumo offers a selection of wines that perfectly complement our food, focusing on New Zealand wines .

We also welcome requests for "what wine goes well with this dish"! We will suggest a suitable wine from today's list.

White wine
WHITE WINE


Slightly dry / Herbal and citrus aroma

new zealand Marlborough
Sauvignon Blanc 2023 [Exclusive Import Wine] Bokumo's No. 1 Popularity
 1000 yen (1100 yen including tax)

This New Zealand malt whisky is packed with fruity flavors, perfectly balanced by citrus aromas and herbal flavors. The aroma is mild, but the clean acidity is clear and the refreshing taste is complemented by a mineral note.
 It pairs well with vegetable dishes, pizza, and chicken dishes.

Slightly dry / plum aroma

new zealand Marlborough​
 Pinot Gris 2023
 1000 yen (1100 yen including tax)

Pinot Gris is one of the main varieties in New Zealand. It is characterized by its mild acidity and rounded taste. It also has appealing flavors like plum and honey.
It can be paired with a wide range of dishes, including vegetables, seafood, spicy dishes, and meat dishes.

Slightly dry / neutral

Marlborough, New Zealand
Organic Chardonnay 2023 [Exclusively imported wine] Limited-time trial price
 1,200 yen (1,320 yen including tax)

This premium Chardonnay is available at a special price. This wine is exclusively imported by Bokumo. It offers a rich, mineral-rich flavor reminiscent of plums and peaches, with a long finish. While the aroma of the oak wafts through the air, its subtlety is not overpowering, making it a truly special wine.

 

Orange wine
ORANGE WINE

White grape fermentation

From Wairarapa, New Zealand
Orange Wine 2021
1,100 yen (1,210 yen including tax)

Orange wine made from Pinot Gris . The taste is mild. It is slightly cloudy. The acidity is mild. It has a strong fruity flavor and umami, but is not harsh. It has a slightly spicy taste.

 

red wine
RED WINE

Medium-bodied

new zealand Hawkes Bay Production
 Merlot 2022
900 yen (990 yen including tax)

The color is not very dark, but the taste is concentrated, with dark fruits, a slight wildness, and a cocoa-like aroma. A well-balanced red wine that reflects the abundant sunshine of Hawke's Bay .

Soft and complex medium body

Marlborough, New Zealand
 Pinot Noir 2023 [Exclusively imported wine] Limited-time trial price
 1,200 yen (1,320 yen including tax)

This Pinot was tasted locally and has now been exclusively imported. It has a soft, bright impression, but also a hint of spiciness in the aroma. It has aromas of violets and raspberries, as well as an earthy note. It has a moderate astringency and a rich complexity. It pairs well with dishes like lamb chop steak and lean lamb Caribbean pot pie.

Balanced, full-bodied

Hawkes Bay, New Zealand Production
 Bordeaux Blend (Merlot Cabernet) 2019
 1,500 yen (1,650 yen including tax)

A dark red wine with a rich flavor and a pleasant aroma of blackberry and nutmeg. It has a smooth texture and an elegant overall finish. It pairs well with meat dishes in general.

Medium bodied with a good balance of fruit and earthiness

Marlborough, New Zealand
 Pinot Noir 2025 [New from Kimura Cellars] Limited-time trial price
 1,500 yen (1,650 yen including tax)

This new release has just arrived. Kimura Cellars, a local winemaker run by Shigehisa Kimura, produces high-quality Pinot Noir, winning gold medals in competitions both in Japan and abroad. This year's Pinot takes advantage of the cool climate of the region to create a dignified flavor with firm acidity, berry fruitiness, and hints of humus.

Sparkling wine (bubbles)
SPARKLING WINE

Hawkes Bay, New Zealand
 Sparkling 900 yen (990 yen including tax)
<Pinot Noir & Chardonnay>

Fine bubbles produced using the Champagne method. Truly beautiful. Rich and full-bodied with gorgeous fruit . The dry finish makes it a perfect pairing with a wide range of foods, from vegetables to spicy snacks and light meats.

dessert wine
DESSERT WINE

From Wairarapa, New Zealand
Late Harvest Riesling 2019
1,100 yen (1,210 yen including tax) (50ml)

It has a rich, exquisite sweetness, with nuances of apple and citrus jam, as well as honey. Residual sugar is 43g/L.

Non-alcoholic wine
Non-alcoholic wine

White wine and red wine
700 yen (770 yen including tax)

To be precise, it is a "de-alcoholized" wine. Because the wine is first made and then the alcohol is removed, the wine's flavor is fully retained.

about NEW ZEALAND WINE

" New Zealand wine" is a wine that allows you to directly taste the blessings of nature. In New Zealand, more than 90% of the vineyards are committed to sustainability (environmental conservation). "Wine made with respect for nature" is full of natural fruit aromas, both white and red.

In a bottle of wine...
Bottled Wine

  • A wine that will take you by surprise
  • A delicious wine that will make you smile
  • High-quality wines that are the envy of wine enthusiasts

We always have around 200 bottles in stock, with prices ranging from 4,300 to 30,000 yen.

If you would like to do so, please let our staff know.

WINE SELECTOR / SOMMELIER

Naoki Iwasu

Certified sommelier by the Japan Sommelier Association. Operator of " Bokumo Wine ", a mail-order shop specializing in New Zealand wine. Radio writer.

This and that about Iwasu

Radio programs hosted by Iwasu

  • Nippon Broadcasting System "Katsuya Kobayashi Music Machine GO! GO!☆" Every Saturday 8:00-8:30
  • bayfm "Kobayashi Katsuya 7pm Dot Com" Every Sunday 19:00-19:53