Wine Trends
Tatsuhiko Ozaki, Japanese-born and a Tuscan for 13 years, has begun growing Koshu, a native Japanese grape, high in Tuscany's Mugello hills. Our take on another story that bridges Italy and Japan.
France's 2026 Champagne crop has been devastated by frost and hail. Here is the SWIRL view on why you should secure the scarce current vintages still on the market now, plus a smart, affordable alternative: Prosecco blended with Pinot Noir.
Italy's aperitivo culture is back in the global spotlight. Here is how this relaxed, food-friendly ritual fits naturally into the Japanese table, seen through Swirl's lens.
With inflation and a weak yen squeezing budgets, the value case for Bordeaux is thinner than ever. Our Italian and American selection offers a compelling alternative.
Aromatic varieties like Zibibbo and Moscato, vinified dry, are earning their place on Michelin-starred wine lists in Tokyo.
As Italy's wine industry looks to reinvent itself by 2035, Japan already offers a working model.