At the “45th Challenge International du Vin 2021” held in the Bordeaux region of France from Tuesday, May 18 to Wednesday, May 19, 2021, “Château Mercian Hokushin Left Bank Chardonnay Rivalis 2019” won a Gold Medal.
This is a remarkable feat as the only Japanese winery to win.
Let us introduce this award-winning achievement.
What is the “Challenge International du Vin”?
The “Challenge International du Vin” is a historic and prestigious international wine competition held in the Bordeaux region of France since 1976.
At the recently held “45th Challenge International du Vin 2021,” over 3,500 wines were submitted from 27 countries around the world, and awards were determined based on evaluations by approximately 800 wine professionals and enthusiasts.
Having a Japanese wine selected for a Gold Medal out of such a vast number of entered wines is a source of great pride for Japanese people.
Isn't it proof that Japanese wine is being recognized by the world?
About “Château Mercian Hokushin Left Bank Chardonnay Rivalis 2019”
“Château Mercian Hokushin Left Bank Chardonnay Rivalis 2019” won a Gold Medal at this wine competition.
It is an extremely luxurious bottle made with 100% high-quality “Chardonnay” grown in the clayey soil of the left bank of the Chikuma River in the Hokushin district, located in northern Nagano Prefecture.
The product name “Rivalis” means “river” in Latin, and it was named to express the high quality of wines made from grapes grown on the left and right banks of the Chikuma River.
The characteristic of “Château Mercian Hokushin Left Bank Chardonnay Rivalis 2019” is its well-harmonized flavor with rich aroma and gentle acidity.
It is no exaggeration to say that it is one of Japan's finest Chardonnays.
A catalyst for the great leap forward of Japanese wine!
In recent years, many wine lovers have become well aware that the quality of Japanese wine is rising.
However, being evaluated and understood not only domestically but also in the heartlands of wine will be an essential factor for Japanese wine to take a great leap forward in the future.
The fact that “Château Mercian Hokushin Left Bank Chardonnay Rivalis 2019” won a Gold Medal at the “45th Challenge International du Vin 2021” holds significant meaning for Japanese wine.
Let us continue to keep an eye on Japanese wine making its mark on the world.
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