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Champagne in History and Art: From Dom Pérignon to the 19th Century The First Cork in Art History In the painting “Le Déjeuner d’huîtres” (The Oyster Lunch) by Jean-François de Troy (1735), preserved at the Château de Chantilly, we can observe a significant historical detail. Painted twenty years after Dom Pérignon’s death, this work depicts […]

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Bruno Dangin, The Historical Terroir of Molesme: Where Champagne meets Burgundy

Domaine Bruno Dangin. The Father and the Son In the village of Molesme, amongst the rolling foothills near the border of the Aube and the Cote d’Or, lie the vineyards of Domaine Bruno Dangin. Before founding his domain, Bruno spent over 30 years as an oenologist in the family estate in Champagne, Champagne Paul Dangin. […]

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Why the World Chooses IWC Winners: What the IWC Reveals About Award-Winning Sake Today

What is the IWC?Founded in London in 1984, the International Wine Challenge (IWC) is one of the world’s largest competitions for both wine and sake. The SAKE division, established in 2007, now attracts around 1,400 entries each year—1,476 brands in 2025 alone. Yet, less than 10%—only about 150 sakes—won a gold medal this year, showing […]

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Discover the passion, tradition, and craftsmanship behind TANAKAROKUJUGO

In this video, our speaker explores the philosophy, tradition, and unique craftsmanship of Tanaka 65.Discover the beauty of Itoshima’s nature, the art of hanegi-shibori, and why Tanaka 65 is celebrated as a true “Japanese luxury” sake among gourmets worldwide.If you love fine sake and exceptional experiences, this is a must-watch! Thai, English dialog only TH_00:00:00, […]

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TAMAGAWA Sake: Tradition Reinvented by Toji Philip Harper

In this video, we explore the fascinating world of Kinoshita Brewery’s “Tamagawa” sake in Kyoto. Discover how master brewer Philip Harper from the UK fuses tradition with innovation, introducing a new approach to sake aging. Through a conversational format, we reveal the story of how this 180-year-old brewery creates unique, globally loved sake. Whether you’re […]

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Discover how Tatenokawa Sake Brewery, Japan’s only all-Junmai Daiginjo producer, is rewriting the rules of premium sake

From a small town in Yamagata to the global stage—discover how Tatenokawa Sake Brewery, Japan’s only all-Junmai Daiginjo producer, is rewriting the rules of premium sake. 44× overseas growth The “TATENOKAWA 100-Year Vision” and exports to 26 countries across America and Asia. The 1 % polishing miracle: “Komyo” How an ultra-polished sake captured elite drinkers […]

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WAKAZE French Sake Innovative Approach & Global Expansion

Cutting-edge brewing methods like botanical fermentation and wine-barrel aging A “local production + D2C” playbook with breweries in Paris & California—capturing one-third of France’s sake market and boosting online sales 60× during COVID The next big target: Thailand—huge upside but tough taxes and regulations, plus bold pairing ideas with Thai cuisine …and more. Join us […]

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Basic Compatibility of Sushi with Wine (Champagne)

The Delicate Flavor of SushiSushi is characterized by its fresh seafood and vinegared rice (shari), offering a mild and elegant taste. When paired with wines that have strong acidity, pronounced tannins, or a heavy body, the subtle flavors of the seafood can easily be overwhelmed. To achieve a harmonious pairing, consider the following points Minimizing […]

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Fake Wines Flooding the Market

How confident are you that the valuable wine you’re holding is genuine? According to research on the global wine market, it is estimated that around 20% of wines circulating today could be counterfeit. Behind the widespread issue of counterfeit high-end wines is a hidden market where empty bottles and fake labels are skillfully reused. Cheap […]

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Beyond Soju, Dive into the Deep Flavors of Japanese Shochu

Welcome to the Fascinating World of Japanese Shochu! Recently, Korean dramas have helped Korean shochu, known as soju, become very popular worldwide. However, did you know that Japan also has its own traditional style of shochu, with a long history and unique charm? At first, shochu might seem complicated because there are so many types, but […]

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Koji Whisky

What Is “Koji Whiskey”?A new trend is emerging in the whiskey world “Koji Whiskey.” This distilled spirit combines Japan’s traditional koji fermentation techniques with the long-term aging methods of whiskey. It can’t legally be called “whiskey” under Japanese regulations, so it remains relatively unknown in Japan. However, overseas, the unique umami from koji and the […]

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How UNESCO Recognition Sparked a Shochu Revolution

When Shochu Takes Flight as “World’s SHOCHU”Kyushu’s leading regional treasure—honkaku shochu—has a rich flavor and a deep culture. Today, it is starting to attract attention on the global stage. A major milestone was reached in December 2024, when “Japan’s Traditional Sake-Brewing Techniques (using koji mold)” were officially registered as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage. This […]