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The fizzing bubbles in a chilled glass under the shining summer sunshine is truly a blissful moment.

When it comes to the classic summer drink, many people will think of highballs .

However, what we're introducing this time is not just any highball.

This is an unprecedentedly luxurious " Wine Highball (Spritzer) " enjoyed with our carefully crafted, special, extra-sweet wine, " Izu Extra Sweet 2023. "

Just like "making a highball with a slightly better whiskey," you can have a special experience with a special wine. We will introduce you to its appeal and new ways to enjoy wine in the summer!

What is "Izu Extra Suite 2023"?

" Izu Extra Sweet 2023 " is a truly "ultra-sweet" wine made by freezing Shinano Riesling juice and using only the rich juice that slowly melts .

The concentrated sweetness and aroma of grapes lovingly grown in Izu brings a special joy to every sip. This painstaking production method gives a unique satisfaction that cannot be obtained through ordinary winemaking.

It is usually enjoyed as a dessert wine or slowly after a meal.

However, this wine also shines in new pairings.

A surprising combination! "Izu Extra Sweet 2023" wine highball

It all started when I learned that one of our staff members was enjoying wine highballs (spritzers) at home using Izu Extra Suite 2023 .

The day I heard about it, I immediately tried it...

The results were far more surprising than I could have ever imagined!

When poured into a glass, Izu Extra Sweet 2023 meets the carbonated water, fully unleashing its rich sweetness and aroma, while transforming into a surprisingly refreshing and light drink .

The balance is remarkable!

Even if you mix it at a bold ratio of 1 part wine to 4 to 5 parts carbonated water , the sweetness of the wine remains strong and it doesn't become watery.

Rather, the pleasant stimulation of the carbonation brings out the sweetness, creating the gorgeous aroma and crisp, refreshing aftertaste that are unique to Shinano Riesling.

This is truly an exquisite wine highball that you can gulp down in one gulp . It has a low alcohol content but is highly satisfying, making it a drink we wholeheartedly recommend for quenching your thirst in the hot summer sun.

How to enjoy "Izu Extra Sweet 2023" wine highball

Here are some recipes and tips to help you get the most out of this special wine highball.

Basic Recipe

material:

• Izu Extra Sweet 2023 : Approximately 1/5 to 1/6 of a glass (approximately 30 to 40 ml)
• Carbonated water : Approximately 4/5 to 5/6 of a glass (approximately 120 to 160 ml)
• Ice : Plenty to fill the glass
• Optional : lemon slices, lime slices, mint leaves

How to make:

1. Fill a tall glass with plenty of ice right up to the rim - this is the secret to a great highball!
2. Slowly pour in the Izu Extra Sweet 2023.
3. Slowly pour the chilled carbonated water into the glass from the rim, being careful not to let it touch the ice. The key is to pour it all in one go so the carbonation doesn't escape !
4. Stir gently with a muddler once or twice . If you stir too much, the carbonation will escape.
5. Garnish with lemon slices, lime slices, or mint leaves to enhance the appearance and aroma.

Tips for Enjoyment

• Chill the glass : Chilling the glass in the refrigerator beforehand will make the drink even more refreshing.
• Stick to carbonated water : Simple, tasteless and odorless carbonated water brings out the full flavor of the wine. Strongly carbonated water will give the wine a crisper taste.
• Temperature control : Keep both wine and carbonated water well chilled until just before drinking.
• As a drink with meals : Surprisingly, this wine highball is also excellent as a drink with meals. It pairs particularly well with light meals such as fresh summer vegetable salads, white fish carpaccio, or grilled chicken or pork. The sweetness of the wine enhances the flavor of the food, while the carbonation refreshes the palate.

Just like choosing a slightly better whiskey, choose Izu Extra Sweet 2023.

As you can see from its price of 5,500 yen, Izu Extra Sweet 2023 is not just a wine for everyday use.

It's similar to choosing a slightly better whiskey to open on a special occasion .
For example, to celebrate an anniversary with a special someone, or as a reward for yourself for your hard work, or when you want to create a different summer evening.

Instead of your usual beer or chuhai, why not choose Izu Extra Sweet 2023 and enjoy the ultimate wine highball?

This bottle will enrich your summer memories and create a luxurious moment.

Be sure to try this special wine, packed with the bounty of Izu and the skill of artisans, this summer!