A home party at a friend’s house or a small celebration. I’d like to bring a nice souvenir, but everyone has different tastes when it comes to sweets, and flowers are difficult to take care of… At times like these, wine is extremely useful as a souvenir for adults.
However, when you go to a wine shop, there are thousands of bottles lined up, and many people are at a loss as to which one to choose. If it’s too expensive, it will make the other person pay attention, and if it’s too cheap, it’ll be a little embarrassing. We will suggest how to choose wine for each situation, which is a perfect choice for a budget of 3,000 yen.
Situation 1: Casual home party at a friend’s house
⇒【What you should choose is “bubbles”! Crémant de Bourgogne] Sparkling wine is versatile from toasts to meals. Champagne can cost more than 5,000 yen, but with ``Cremant’’, which is also produced in France and made using the same method, you can enjoy an authentic taste comparable to champagne for around 2,000 yen. It’s bright and sure to liven up the atmosphere.
Situation 2: An invitation to your boss or senior’s home
⇒ [What you should choose is “history and formality.” Bordeaux red wine]
If you’re looking for a gift for someone a little more senior than you, you can rest assured with red wine from France’s Bordeaux region, which is the most popular wine. For around 3,000 yen, you can get a high-quality wine called Cru Bourgeois'' that rivals that of a chateau. The label has a profound feel and gives a sincere impression that you have selected a solid wine.''
Situation 3: Girls’ night out or gift for wine beginners
⇒ [What you should choose is “buying etiquette (labels).” Marlboro white from New Zealand] For those who don’t like the bitterness of wine or for gatherings with many women, Sauvignon Blanc (white wine) from New Zealand’s Marlborough region is highly recommended. It has a fresh aroma of grapefruit and passion fruit, and is surprisingly easy to drink. Many wines from the New World (outside of Europe) have modern and cute label designs, making them pleasing to the eye.
The value of souvenir wine can be multiplied by adding a little story about why you chose it. Please consult with the staff at the wine shop and find a wonderful bottle.