Special feature on Doyo no Ushi no Hi ~Wine that goes well with eel~

土用丑の日特集2024 ～うなぎに合うワイン～

Summer fun: Doyo no Ushi no Hi and Eel no Hi

Treat yourself and your family to some eel to cheer you up after working hard in the hot summer.

In 2024, Doyo-Ushi no Hi will occur twice: on Wednesday, July 24th and Monday, August 5th .

Many long-established eel restaurants now offer takeout options, so why not enjoy your meal at home with some delicious organic wine?


9 recommended wines to go with eel

Eel not only boosts stamina, but also has the effect of beautifying the skin . (It is rich in various vitamins, including vitamin A, and collagen!) This is also a welcome thing, as this is the season when the sun and air conditioning can put a strain on the skin.

Here we introduce wines that go well with the classic grilled and shirayaki eels. It is interesting to note that the nuance of the wine that goes well with these dishes changes depending on the amount of powdered Japanese pepper used. Japanese pepper has a strong aroma, so it goes well with stronger-tasting wines.

In addition to serving eel as kabayaki or shirayaki, you can also broaden the range of dishes you can make with eel by mixing it with your favorite vegetables in a salad or simmering it in red wine.


Wine that goes well with eel

Slo Mont Bobal Red

Selected as "the wine that best pairs with unadon"!

At the "Bobal and Japanese Cuisine Pairing & Tasting Seminar" held at FOODEX JAPAN 2024, Sloe Mont Bobal was selected as "the red wine that best pairs with unadon."

The aroma of the sauce and the spiciness of the Japanese pepper go well with the charming berry aroma and sweet spice aroma of Bobal's boprik. The silky texture of the wine envelops the eel, bringing it together.

In fact, Spain is a producer of eels. Eel farming is also popular in Valencia, and there is a local dish called "All i pebre," which is eel stewed with olive oil, garlic, and paprika.

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