Wine Education and Tips
What blending is, how it differs from single-varietal wines, and the little-known historical fact that Chianti was legally required to include white grapes until 2006. An Italian sommelier explains the technique behind wine complexity.
The story behind Super Tuscan wines — how they emerged by breaking Italy's appellation rules, why IGT does not mean inferior, food pairings, and when to drink them. Explained by an Italian-born wine importer in Tokyo.
From gifts to everyday use, Federico explains how to choose a red wine set. A quick-reference chart by budget, style, and region, plus two SWIRL picks starting from ¥2,200.
An Italian importer explains the difference between DOCG, DOC, and IGT in Italian wine. From Super Tuscans and IGT to the government blind-tasting system, learn how to read a label with confidence.