<Premium Dinner Featuring Nagano Wine and "The Drops of God"> Nagano Prefecture, with its diverse climate and challenging natural conditions, has cultivated a rich tradition of fermented foods and NAGANO WINE. These elements have become key components of Japan's culinary culture, proudly showcased on the global stage.

This premium dinner offers a special opportunity to experience the profound charm of Nagano Prefecture and savor the essence of "Japanese Traditional & Elegance."

Chef Mitsuhiro Umezu of Karuizawa Marriott Hotel has crafted an original menu for this dinner, using Nagano's world-renowned local ingredients and fermented foods. Based on the concept of delivering the ultimate pairing experience of Nagano's food and wine, Nagano Wine Ambassador and Sommelier Junya Hanaoka has selected "NAGANO WINE" to perfectly complement the original menu. To create the ultimate pairing experience, the exquisite dinner menu and wine selections have been curated under the guidance of Agi Tadashi, the renowned author of the globally acclaimed wine-themed manga "The Drops of God." In an elegant wine tasting session led by the chef, sommelier, and the author of "The Drops of God," about 30 select NAGANO WINES were carefully evaluated. After thoughtful discussions, the perfect NAGANO WINE was chosen to beautifully complement each dish of the menu.

The venue is Zenkoji Temple, located in Nagano. Zenkoji is a historic and revered temple that has long attracted countless visitors, embodying the saying, "Visit Zenkoji at least once in your lifetime." It continues to be a place of deep faith for many. The premium dinner will take place at Zenkoji Daikanjin, a temple that not only protects Zenkoji but also boasts a rich history and tradition, having hosted the Meiji, Taisho, and Showa Emperors.

Nagano Wine and Premium Dinner For over a century, Nagano has been cultivating and producing wine grapes. In recent years, the region has gained international attention for its high-quality wines, comparable to those from renowned wine regions. With its unique terroir and meticulous vinification processes, Nagano is now recognized as a significant player in the global wine scene. The premium dinner produced by Karuizawa Marriott Hotel offers a selection of exquisite Nagano wines sourced from across the prefecture. Guests will enjoy these wines alongside Nagano's fresh and diverse ingredients, as well as traditional fermented foods, which are said to be the source of longevity.

• The image shows a tasting event attended by Tadashi Agi, the author of "Drops of God."

＜the list of Wines that are planned to be served＞

・Rue de Vin Vin Mousseux “Spécial” ・Ryugan 2023(DOMAINE HIROKI) ・Pinot Noir 2020 Special Cuvee(KUSUNOKI WINARY) ・SHIOJIRI MERLOT Rose 2023(SUNTORY SHIOJIRY WINARY) ・KIKYOGAHARA Merlot(HAYASHI WINARY) ・SOLARIS CHIKUMAGAW SHINANO RIESLING Cryo-Extraction

A selection of NAGANO WINES, carefully curated by the sommelier, will be available on the day of the event.

＜Premium Dinner Course Menu＞ Each course will be paired with a selection of wines to enhance your dining experience. A unique full-course dinner featuring an abundance of ingredients from Nagano Prefecture. We'll share the details with you as soon as they're ready!

Welcome Drink

Amuse

Appetizer

Bread Service: Whole Wheat Bread, Baguette

Fish

Meat

Dessert

Coffee or Tea

＜The Drops of God -Kami no Shizuku- Series＞ By Shu Okimoto and Tadashi Agi

＜Author Profile＞

Tadashi Agi is the joint pen name of a brother-sister duo known for their work as manga authors. They have penned several series, including "Psycho Doctor," "Psycho Doctor Kai Kyosuke," "Drops of God," and "Kaitou Le Vin" for the magazine "Morning." After completing the 26-volume series "Marriage: The Drops of God Final Chapter," the author began the serialization of "Drops of God Deuxième" in 2023.

In 2008, they became the first Japanese recipients of the highest honor at the Gourmand World Cookbook Awards, the "Hall of Fame." They have also received numerous accolades, including the Chevalier of the French Order of Agricultural Merit in 2010 and the Chevalier of the French Order of Arts and Letters in 2018.

＜Story＞

In the world-renowned manga "The Drops of God," legendary wine critic Yutaka Kanzaki passes away, leaving behind a wine collection valued at over 2 billion yen. At the pinnacle of this collection is the elusive "The Drops of God." To inherit his legacy, one must identify the 12 wines known as the "Apostles" and the "The Drops of God" by name and vintage. This challenge sparks a fierce competition between his biological son, Shizuku, and his adopted son, Issei.

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