[Fukuoka/Tanushimaru] Reimagining Wine: The Legendary Blueberry Wine of Tanushimaru Loved Across Generations
[Japanese] Have you ever tried a luxurious wine made from "blueberries" instead of grapes? Tanushimaru in Kurume City, Fukuoka Prefecture, is known as a town of fruits. Here, there is a moving blueberry wine that captivates even those who dislike the unique bitterness of wine with just one sip. This time, I will talk about the wonderful memories of a winery that has moved my family across time.
Back when the internet wasn't as full of information as it is now and we relied on information magazines, I was attracted by the words "blueberry wine" I saw there, so I decided to visit a winery in Tanushimaru while out for a drive. When I entered the lush grounds, I was happy to find a tasting corner. Fortunately, I was with a reliable driver who couldn't drink alcohol that day, so I decided to enjoy the tasting to my heart's content.
Actually, I wasn't very fond of the unique bitterness of wine until then. However, the moment I took a sip of this blueberry wine, I was speechless at how delicious it was. It wasn't just sweet; it had a subtle, elegant bitterness, but it didn't bother me at all. It was incredibly fruity and surprisingly easy to drink, with a moving deliciousness that made me feel like I could "drink it down in one go." Of course, I bought it as a souvenir for myself without hesitation.
And recently, my nephew, who visited the winery after being recommended by my sister (his mother), contacted me saying, "The blueberry wine was incredibly moving!" I was happy to see that the younger generation today is experiencing the same emotion I felt at that place many years ago. It made me happy to realize that even as times change, the value of truly good things does not change. The winery in Tanushimaru, surrounded by rich nature, is a spot I highly recommend from the bottom of my heart to those who love alcohol.
Have you ever tried a luxurious wine made entirely from "blueberries" instead of grapes? Tanushimaru in Kurume City, Fukuoka Prefecture, is widely celebrated as a fruit lover's paradise. Nestled here is a winery that crafts a mind-blowing blueberry wine capable of captivating even those who usually dislike the bitterness of traditional wines. Today, I’ll share a story of a wonderful winery that has brought immense joy to my family across generations.
Back when the internet wasn't packed with information like it is now, and we relied mostly on printed magazines, I spotted the words "Blueberry Wine." Intrigued, I decided to go on a drive to visit the winery in Tanushimaru. Stepping onto the lush, green grounds, I was delighted to find a tasting corner. Fortunately, I was accompanied by a reliable driver who didn't drink, which meant I could indulge in the tastings completely worry-free!
To be honest, up until that point, I wasn't a big fan of the distinct bitterness found in grape wines. However, the exact moment I took a sip of their blueberry wine, its flavor left me utterly speechless. It wasn’t just simple sweetness; it carried a delicate, refined hint of tartness, but it wasn't bothersome at all. It was incredibly fruity, remarkably smooth, and offered a mind-blowing deliciousness that made you feel like you could "drink it right down." Naturally, I bought some as a souvenir without hesitation.
Recently, my nephew visited the exact same winery after a recommendation from his mother (my sister). He sent a message saying, "The blueberry wine was absolutely incredible!" Hearing that made me so happy. The same profound emotion I felt in that place years ago is being experienced by the younger generation today. It proves that no matter how times change, the value of truly exceptional craftsmanship remains constant. Surrounded by breathtaking nature, the winery in Tanushimaru is a spot I recommend from the bottom of my heart to anyone who loves good drinks!