Known as a soba enthusiast, musician Shuichi Ikemori is from the rock band DEEN.
Mr. Ikemori teamed up with NIPPON ACCESS, INC. to develop "Japanese wine that pairs with soba."
Starting in November, pre-orders have begun for two items: "IKEMORI SHUICHI x Fujiclair Kaori no Muscat Bailey A 750ml" and "IKEMORI SHUICHI x Fujiclair Sawayaka Koshu 750ml."
Here, we will introduce what kind of wines they are.
Why Recommend Wine with Soba?
Why recommend "soba x wine"?
The reasons are said to be as follows.
In France, a major wine-producing country, "galettes" are famous as a regional dish made with buckwheat flour, and in Italy, "pizzoccheri," a pasta made with buckwheat flour, is also eaten as a dish that pairs well with wine.
The mentsuyu dipping sauce used when eating soba is rich in "glutamic acid," the umami component of kombu kelp, and "inosinic acid," the umami component of bonito flakes, and this umami enhances the flavor of wine.
Soba is strongly associated with lunch. However, being able to enjoy it for dinner with wine as wellexpands the range of dining occasions.
Many people may have already experienced the great affinity between Japanese wine and soba, but hearing it explained again makes one think, "That certainly makes sense..."
About the Products
The wines introduced this time are two items: a red wine and a white wine.
Here is a summary of the characteristics of each.
IKEMORI SHUICHI x Fujiclair Kaori no Muscat Bailey A
◇ Retail Price: 3,000 yen
Made with 100% Muscat Bailey A.
Mellow and aromatic, combining fruit aromas of ripe strawberry, elegant floral notes, and gentle oak aromas.
Structured acidity and gentle tannins. An elegant umami spreads across the palate.
It pairs well with dashi broth and goes nicely with Japanese cuisine in general.
IKEMORI SHUICHI x Fujiclair Sawayaka Koshu
◇ Retail Price: 2,500 yen
100% Koshu.
Sweet and refreshing aromas of grapefruit, hassaku citrus, and pineapple. A juicy flavor with rich fruitiness.
The overall balance is excellent, offering a light, breezy feel all the way through to the finish for a delightful impression.
The acidity is delicate without being overpowering and does not get in the way of flavors, making it an outstanding pairing with soba.
Easy and Delicious Soba Arrangement Recipes Created by Mr. Ikemori!
This project is also linked with Mr. Ikemori's official YouTube channel.
On the channel, easy and delicious soba arrangement recipes created by Mr. Ikemori that match each wine are introduced, such as rich dipping soba with soy milk and dashi or Japanese-style carbonara for the white wine "IKEMORI SHUICHI x Fujiclair Sawayaka Koshu 750ml," and recipes using umeboshi (pickled plums) and dried foods for the red wine "IKEMORI SHUICHI x Fujiclair Kaori no Muscat Bailey A 750ml."
If you would like to learn more about the wines, why not check out the YouTube channel "Shinshu Togakushi Ikemori Soba Akasaka Branch" as well?
Details
Ikemori Wine that Pairs with Soba is Complete! Tried Pairing Wine with Soba
NIPPON ACCESS, INC.
https://www.nippon-access.co.jp/