5 refreshing wines to drink during the rainy season and hot and humid weather!
During the humid rainy season and hot summer months, you'll want to sip some chilled wine while relaxing in an air-conditioned room.
So we asked Lucia's Wine Sommelier, Okada Yuta, to select some refreshing wines that will help you forget the heat and the gloomy mood that can often be caused by the rain!
This is an easy-to-obtain wine with good value for money , so please consider this as a wine to drink during the hot and humid season.
During the rainy season and other humid times, your sense of taste and smell are more sensitive.
During the rainy season, the high humidity makes the wine's aroma stronger.
The mucous membranes in our noses are also moistened, making us more sensitive to scents than usual .
Therefore, if you choose a wine with a refreshing scent like citrus or herbs, you will feel refreshed even if the aroma is strong.
Low pressure reduces your sensitivity to sweet and salty tastes, while higher temperatures make lighter tasting wines taste better.
Rainy or humid days are ideal conditions for drinking wine because your senses are more sensitive to aromas and flavors than usual.
5 refreshing wines to drink during the rainy season and hot and humid weather!
We will introduce some good value wines that are refreshing to drink during the hot and humid season, including Japanese wines and classic French wines.
①Shiwa Muscat Bailey A Home-brewed wine Shiwa rosé wine
Reference price: 1,485 yen
Served nice and chilled, this is the perfect aperitif.
It is made using grapes from Shiwa Town , Iwate Prefecture, and features an elegant fruitiness typical of the northern region.
It has a low alcohol content of 9 % and has a refreshing berry sweetness and just the right amount of acidity.
Its pale pink color makes it popular among women.
Recommended for those who like sweet wines, this wine goes well with fruits and desserts.
② Gainza ( Getariaco) Chacolina ) [2020] White wine Slightly foaming spicy
Reference price: 2,180 yen
This is the perfect wine to blow away the humid mood of the rainy season.
Txakoli is a local drink from the Basque region of Spain.
It is slightly effervescent and has a crisp acidity, with a fresh acidity and just the right amount of bitterness.
GAINTZA is a winery located near the Cantabrian coast in the beautiful town of Getaria.
This gives it a pleasant seaside salty taste, as well as a refreshing and pure fruitiness.
③Finca del Mar / Verdejo [2019] Dry white wine
Reference price: 799 yen
A wine with a smooth taste and aromas of tropical fruits and white flowers.
This wine is from the Valencia region of Spain.
Winner of the Double Gold Award at the Sakura Awards 2021 , an international wine competition selected by women active in the Japanese wine industry!
This wine is under 1,000 yen and offers great value for money, making it a convenient choice when you want to change your mood.
The well-integrated acidity leaves a pleasant, long aftertaste.
It's easy to see why this wine is popular with women.
④ Touraine La Cuvee du Bistro [2015] Domaine de la Galeriere Red wine
Reference price: 2,662 yen
A classic red wine from Touraine in the Loire region of France.
As the name "Cuvée Bistro" suggests, this is a special cuvée that was originally made for a certain bistro in France, but is also available for sale to the general public.
It is made from the Gamay variety and has a light yet flavorful taste that will whet your appetite.
We recommend drinking it slightly chilled to enhance the refreshing taste!
⑤[2016] Jamsheed le Blanc Plonk (RG GW) White wine
Reference price: 3,960 yen
A wine to sip slowly while listening to the sound of the rain.
This is an Australian winery that is a leader in natural wine.
The result is a pure and lively finish, yet with a classical feel.
The elegant aroma comes from the use of Gewürztraminer, a noble variety characterized by lychee nuances.
Drinking refreshing wine at home during the hot and humid season
We have introduced some refreshing wines that are perfect for drinking during the rainy season and hot and humid weather.
Why not relax in an air-conditioned room and enjoy some snacks that go perfectly with wine?
Please also take advantage of Lucia's wine goods, which can be used as a substitute for decanters and are said to make wine taste better when drinking at home.