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AWARD : SAKE

An Elixir Born from Oze’s Pristine Snowmelt

The Philosophy of Nagai Shuzo’s “Mizubasho” In Kawaba Village, Gunma Prefecture, nestled at the headwaters of the Tone River, lies a historic sake brewery with a legacy dating back to 1886. This is Nagai Shuzo Co., Ltd. Led by sixth-generation president Noriyoshi Nagai, the brewery has continuously pushed the boundaries of innovation while deeply honoring […]

AWARD : SAKE

Mastering the Art of 33%

An All-Junmai Daiginjo Brewery’s Vision ｜ TATENOKAWA Stream Red “Kyuryu” Nestled in Sakata City, Yamagata Prefecture｜a region blessed with the pristine waters and abundant rice harvests of the Shonai Plain｜stands a brewery whose legacy traces back to 1832 (the 3rd year of the Tenpo era). This is Tatenokawa Sake Brewery. The brewery captured the sake […]

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Mozart, Christianity and the Pinot Noir of Burgundy

The Heritage of Pinot Noir in Burgundy François Mauriac, the renowned French writer from Bordeaux, once reflected on the nature of artistic genius through an anecdote about Rossini. When asked who the greatest musician was, Rossini named Beethoven. But when pressed about Mozart, he replied: “Mozart? He is the only one.” This perspective offers an intriguing […]

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Champagne! 2. Vincent Charlot: A Biodynamic Approach in Champagne

A Mosaic of Terroirs Located in Mardeuil, near Epernay, in the Champagne area, the estate of Vincent Charlot is a mosaic of 39 different small plots, with diverse soils and exposures. To highlight the specific characteristics of each plot, he vinifies them separately. This approach leads to the production of various distinct cuvées, with quantities […]

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Champagne! 1.

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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Sakurao and Togouchi, The Elegance of Twin Terroirs

Whisky is no longer chosen only for its famous name or age statement. What truly draws us is the landscape where it was born and the maker’s philosophy. Perhaps we realize that savoring such a “story” is the ultimate luxury. Answering this new sense of value are two single malts created by Sakurao Brewery & […]

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Château Fonroque, Château Mazeyres & Alain Moueix

Portrait of an endearing leading pioneer figure, infinitely respectful of life. A fully qualified agricultural engineer and oenologist, Alain Moueix is the director of the family property Château Fonroque in AOC Saint Emilion Grand Cru and of Château Mazeyres in AOC Pomerol since thirty-five years. He has been practicing certified biodynamics at Château Fonroque since […]

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KANPAI THAILAND 2025 at NIPPON HAKU BANGKOK

Event Record • August 29–31, 2025 • QSNCC, Bangkok KANPAI THAILAND 2025, a Japanese sake event, was held at Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC) in Bangkok as part of NIPPON HAKU BANGKOK. This page is kept as a record of the event, which has ended.

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“L’ENTÊTE” Absinthe Traditional

Once again, we have the pleasure, not to say the privilege, of presenting an atypical product from the COMBIER Distillery, which has perhaps never before made an appearance in Thailand. What is it all about? Absinthe. Absinthe is first and foremost a plant which is better known today as a spirit made from various plants […]

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N by Hidetoshi Nakata

THE GENESIS OF A VISION Following his retirement from his professional football (soccer) career, Hidetoshi Nakata spent seven years traveling throughout Japan’s forty-seven prefectures to learn more about Japanese culture and craftsmanship. Of all the traditions he encountered, sake brewing in particular captured his attention. “My goal: to bring Japan’s precious assets to the world […]

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Sake That Smells Like Bananas? The Science Behind SMV −0.2

On May 28, 2025, the Hiroshima Industry Hall was heavy with early-summer humidity. The moment the doors opened, a sweet mix of banana, pear, and green-apple aromas swept through the room. This was the tasting session of the National New Sake Appraisal. Along the long stainless-steel tables stood 809 fresh labels, and about 500 brewers […]

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