The charm of Shiojiri wine -the history of spinning, people gathering-

In the middle of the Meiji era, Shiojiri wine was born for the first time by Riki Toshima and others, Kikyogahara, which was the wilderness, and Goki Hayashi and others were brewed for the first time.

As soon as the introduction of European varieties such as Merlot and Chardonnay, not only will it be one of the best wine -producing areas in Japan, but also the newly winery, the Shiojiri Winery Festa, which is a feature, has more than 5,000 lovers every year. Houses gather.

I was drawn to the charm of such Shiojiri wine and visited the people with wine.

Shiojiri Merlow, which is proud of the world challenged by local farmers and Mercian
"I want to make good wine" Farmers and manufacturers have one feeling

Speaking of Shiojiri wine up to about 40 years ago, red is concoded and white is mostly Niagara. In such an era, Mr. Akigo Asai, the late Sanraku Ocean (currently Mercian), started the cultivation of the first full -fledged Merlot in the country, which was passionate about local farmers.

14 years after cultivation, the attempt is the best result of "Shinshu Kikyogahara 1985.86" won the Lubriana International Wine Competition for the second consecutive year (1989-90). This was the moment when Japanese wine was recognized by the world.

"Mercian's representative comes to the field often to inspect the growth, and deepen interaction with farmers. The sorting of grapes is very difficult, but the passion for wine is the same. I think I have to make it. "

Mr. Asai's feelings, "Wine that is proud of the world," has been inherited as the pride of manufacturers and local farmers.

Mercian brewing grape production association
Union Manager Masataka Hayashi (right), Yukihiko Onoda (left)

"Kikyogahara Merlot" has been highly evaluated internationally. It is a union of local farmers who cultivate the core grapes, currently 15 members. We are working hard on cultivation of wine grapes in collaboration with Mercian.

I want to make a unique wine. Winery dreams that come true in their hometown
I was shocked by Shiojiri wine and went from the chef to the Domaine

About 12 years ago, Inagaki, who came to Tokyo after graduating from high school and worked as a chef in Tokyo, became interested in wine. I was shocked by the wine I tasted when helping in the local winery. "Speaking of Shiojiri wine, it was a sweet and juice -like image, but after a long time, the varieties were increasing, and a lot of solid wines were born. Such a delicious wine was local. I was surprised that it was made! "

While running a wine bar in front of Shiojiri Station, we learned about cultivation, brewing, and management at the "Wine University" opened by Shiojiri City, and opened the long -awaited winery on the home site this year using the special wine system.

"Shiojiri is large, and the area where I grew up is 850m above sea level. The goal is to find the varieties that are located in this land and put out wine that can only be made here." The dream swells.

Ishin no Sato grape wine
Masahiro Inagaki

A new winery owner who was fascinated by his hometown Shiojiri wine and got a fruit -liquor brewing license this summer. In the daytime, we are growing and brewing grapes and brewing them, and spread their splendor as the owner chef of the "Brasserie Vin" wine bar.

My favorite salt and salted wine that you can actually taste and find
Compare more than 40 species of unique wine with your favorite amount

"Fontana Del Vino" in front of Shiojiri Station is a cafe and wine bar that has more than 40 kinds of Shiojiri wine since its opening. The most important feature is that it sells in a glass. "Shiojiri City has 10 large and small wineries, and there are many varieties of grape cultivated, so I want you to drink and compare various wine," says Nonaka. For example, even with the varieties of Shiojiri's representative varieties, the taste and aroma vary considerably depending on the region and the winery.

In addition, there is also a recommendation that you want to mariage. "Because I grew up in the same land, Shiojiri's vegetables and wine are compatible even if I combine it. It's fun to find a surprising combination such as Shinshu Salmon and Pinonoir." 。

Shiojiri Station Rotary and good access. It is also recommended to find your favorite wine and visit the winery.

Fontana del vino
Manager Kenichi Nonaka

He has been from Yokohama and has been working in Shiojiri for about 12 years. "I liked Shiojiri because of the unusual land and vegetables that have a winery nearby.

Shiojiri Wine Seminar "Wine Doodle for Wine! Compared Wine and Taste" A special seminar that compares wine grapes and six wine flavors made from the varieties. Lecturers will also welcome Mr. Tomosa Hamada, who is also appearing as a sommelier on the TV program "Takuro Tatsumi's Grape Roman".
[Part 1] 13: 00-14: 30
[Part 2] 15: 30-17: 00
3,000 yen each 24 people each
Inquiries 0263-52-0786 (Shiojiri City Regional Brand Promotion Activity Council)