Spring is a season with many milestone events in life.
Many people are thinking of giving heartfelt gifts to express their daily gratitude to important people.
If the person you are giving a gift to likes alcohol or gourmet food, a gift of "Japanese wine" is recommended.
This time, "CRAFT WINE SHOP" introduces high cost-performance Japanese wines recommended for gifts.
Recommended wines that are easy to use for various events, not just in spring.
What kind of wine is recommended for gifts?
At "CRAFT WINE SHOP," we recommend Japanese wine as a gift for your loved ones.
Japanese wine often has an elegant and clean quality that is easy for wine beginners to drink, and its delicate taste also pairs well with Japanese cuisine.
Furthermore, because it is "wine made in Japan," the recipient tends to feel a sense of closeness, making it attractive as it allows them to casually enjoy wine, which can often be considered complicated.
Here are the key points to keep in mind when giving Japanese wine as a gift.
| Gift givers | Recommended Japanese wines |
| Gifts for Japanese wine beginners who like alcohol but don't usually drink wine | Aromatic, soft quality, easy to drink, casual and high cost-performance Japanese wine that pairs well with a wide range of meals |
| Gifts for those who often drink wine and are interested in or knowledgeable about Japanese wine | Authentic dry, story-rich Japanese wine |
We will explain these points in detail below.
For Japanese wine beginners, high cost-performance casual wine!
There are also many cases where wine gifts are given to people who drink a lot of other alcoholic beverages such as beer, sake, shochu, and whiskey.
When giving Japanese wine to beginners who "are interested in Japanese wine but haven't really tried it much," the keyword is "high cost-performance casual wine."
Specifically, it is Japanese wine that is "high quality yet easy to drink, and affordable."
For example, Japanese wines with these elements would be ideal for gifts.
- Aromatic and feeling a sense of elegance
- Aroma and taste that evoke the sweetness of fruit
- Soft on the palate with a smooth drinking experience
- Mild acidity and tannins, allowing you to enjoy a delicate yet authentic wine taste
- Labels with cute designs suitable for gifts
Furthermore, the common keyword is “delicate,” and because they are not too assertive, Japanese wines that pair well with Japanese cuisine are very well received as gifts.
Of course, “high cost performance” is also a keyword, so it’s important that the price range doesn’t put pressure on the recipient, while the quality exceeds the price.
Many Japanese wines meet the above conditions, and unlike imported wines, they have the charm of a higher chance of encountering them without fully utilizing extensive wine knowledge.
Of course, since it’s wine, you’ll want to pay attention to the label as well.
Choosing something cute and decorative, perfect for a gift, will make it even more appreciated.
For those who love Japanese wine, emphasize the story!
There may also be cases where the recipient of the wine gift is a Japanese wine lover.
If so, the rule of thumb might be to give a brand or winery that the person likes, or something with high rarity value.
On the other hand, if you think about giving it for milestone life events, not only quality but also choosing based on the wine's story is recommended.
- a wine whose name evokes a sense of connection,
- a wine that includes an important episode for the winery,
- For example, a wine with a rich episode about how it was born,
For those who love Japanese wine, it is a given that the wine is a high-quality, authentic dry wine, and on top of that, choosing one with some kind of story will surely be greatly appreciated.
Also, if you give it as a gift together with exquisite snacks that you definitely want to pair with the Japanese wine being gifted, it will make people think, "They have good taste!" so please give it a try.
Japanese wines recommended by “CRAFT WINE SHOP” for gifts
From here, we will introduce Japanese wines recommended by “CRAFT WINE SHOP” for gifts.
First, let me introduce two widely usable Japanese wines that will be appreciated by both wine beginners and connoisseurs.
CruX / THANKS, LOVE BLANC
It is a white wine that is easy to use for a wide range of events and is appreciated as a gift.
The wine label, designed with curved touches of plants and heart marks, and based on a pale blue color, is perfect for gifts.
The naming “THANKS, LOVE” is also a key point.
The grape varieties used are Muscat Bailey A, Koshu, and Shine Muscat, with a pleasant floral aroma derived from Shine Muscat.
It has a soft mouthfeel and a sense of volume, with a bubbly texture in the mouth, making it an easy-to-drink wine.
The acidity is gentle and it has a mild sweetness, so it is also appreciated by wine beginners.
Recommended pairings include all kinds of Japanese food, especially sashimi and sushi, making it perfect for scenes where many people enjoy sushi together.
CruX / THANKS, LOVE BLANC ¥1,760 (tax included)
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CruX / THANKS, LOVE ROUGE
The red wine version of the above white wine.
With a deep purple appearance and a pink label that stands out, it is a perfect bottle for a gift that will make the recipient happy.
The grape varieties used are Muscat Bailey A, Pione, Kyoho, and Black Queen, a blend unique to Japanese wine.
It has a delicate aroma with an elegant sweetness, a soft mouthfeel, and moderate volume, making it recommended even for those who are not used to drinking red wine.
The acidity and tannins derived from Black Queen are mild, so its delicate nature that is not too powerful makes it a good match for Japanese cuisine.
It also pairs excellently with meat dishes often served at celebrations, such as roast beef.
Try pairing it with sweet and savory sukiyaki, grilled eel with sauce, or sauce-coated grilled chicken skewers.
CruX / THANKS, LOVE ROUGE ¥1,760 (tax included)
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The red and white set with white wine is also recommended!
The "THANKS, LOVE" series has the same label design (different colors) for both white and red wines, so the red and white set is also recommended.
From graduation, school entrance, starting a new job, birthdays and anniversaries, weddings, to Father's Day, Mother's Day, Respect for the Aged Day, and various other life milestones, why not give it to someone important?
Recommended Japanese wines that even those knowledgeable about Japanese wine will approve!
I want to give a gift to someone knowledgeable about Japanese wine or who drinks it often.
Let me introduce a recommended bottle from "CRAFT WINE SHOP" for such people.
Shimane Winery / Shimane Wine Enmusubi Koshu 2023
Located in Izumo City, Shimane Prefecture, "Shimane Winery" is one of Japan's leading wineries.
"Enmusubi Koshu 2023" overturns the impression that "Koshu is from Yamanashi Prefecture" with its high-quality wine.
The name "Enmusubi," meaning to tie bonds, is excellent and makes you want to give it to someone special.
Made from Koshu grapes grown in our contracted vineyard in Izumo City, Shimane Prefecture, it is a masterpiece that showcases the potential of Shimane Koshu.
Appearance is a pale yellow with a green tint, with aromas of apples ranging from blue to yellow, and a soft mouthfeel characterized by sharp acidity.
It has a sweet nuance and, while dry, has an elegant quality typical of Japanese wine that pairs well with Japanese cuisine.
This popular wine, highly rated in wine competitions, is sure to be greatly appreciated by those who receive it as a gift.
Shimane Winery / Shimane Wine Enmusubi Koshu 2023 ¥2,475 (tax included)
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Summary
Spring is full of milestone events that greatly change life.
Moreover, not only in spring but also birthdays, wedding anniversaries, 60th birthday celebrations, Christmas, and various other occasions for celebration come around.
At times like these, gifts should be Japanese wine.
If you want to express your gratitude with a gift or please someone who loves alcohol, how about sending recommended Japanese wine from "CRAFT WINE SHOP"?
