{"id":30808,"date":"2017-10-31T08:00:07","date_gmt":"2017-10-30T23:00:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/voyapon.com\/?p=30808"},"modified":"2020-07-30T15:11:56","modified_gmt":"2020-07-30T06:11:56","slug":"oita-ajimu-local-winery","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/voyapon.com\/oita-ajimu-local-winery\/","title":{"rendered":"Check Out the Local Winery and Torii Bridge in Ajimu Oita"},"content":{"rendered":"
Sponsored by Tourism Oita<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n <\/p>\n In the district of Ajimu in Usa, Oita<\/strong>, there are many things to see and do. We chose two of the many famous and noteworthy spots of the area: Ajimu Winery<\/strong> and Torii Bridge<\/strong>.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Deep within the Ajimu district of Usa, Oita, lies a winery called Ajimu Budoshu Koubou<\/strong>, also known as Ajimu Winery<\/strong>. Ajimu is well known for its grape production and farming various types of grapes used to make wine. This winery, in particular, is home to 22 different types of wine<\/strong> which is available for sale and for tasting. Chardonnay<\/strong>, Sauvignon<\/strong>, Merlot<\/strong>, and more included.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n After arriving at Ajimu Winery<\/strong>, right out of the car, I immediately smelt the sweet fragrance of the surrounding vineyards.<\/span><\/p>\n “Ajimu Budoushu Koubou”<\/p>\n Walking toward the entrance, I admired the beautiful gate which was opened for visitors to come in. Heading straight for the wine tasting room, I was ready to embark on my wine tasting journey<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n My first impressions stepping into the building was \u201cclassy\u201d<\/strong>. The decor and atmosphere were quite fitting for wine tasting<\/strong>. Ajimu Budoushu Koubou in Oita offers its guests a comfortable space<\/strong> with jazz music playing, dim lighting, and a lounge for relaxing.<\/span><\/p>\n Once I stepped into the building, I was warmly welcomed by a staff who worked there. She explained to me that I could drink and taste wine freely<\/strong>. Freely, as in leisurely and for absolutely <\/span>free<\/span><\/i>. There was no need for words. An adventure was awaiting.<\/span><\/p>\n Right when you come in, shiny gold bottles welcome you.<\/p><\/div>\n Step 1: <\/b>Get a \u201cTasting Note\u201d<\/strong> tasting Course booklet and choose a course. Guests are not restricted of which order to taste. However, they provide effective guides<\/strong> on how to taste their wines. Here are courses listed from top to bottom which are followed by numbers of wine.<\/span><\/p>\n Step 2: <\/b>Receive a tasting cup from staff<\/span><\/p>\n You will be handed a small cup for tasting<\/strong> which you can taste by dispensing wine through refrigerated machines, or poured by staff. However, be careful of how much wine you put in. Although this is a small cup, it can pack a punch as you are tasting your 10th type of wine.<\/p>\n Step 3: <\/b>Time to become Sommeliers!<\/span><\/p>\n Although not a wine expert, I was able to taste and recognize how different each wine was. With this, I believe that anyone can enjoy this experience<\/strong>, especially people who love wine. However, there are non-alcoholic options<\/strong> such as high-quality grape juice. These can also be bought as souvenirs. In the booklet provided, you can take notes of which wines you like to purchase. I also noticed a few couples tasting wine as well making this a nice date spot. Within the Ajimu Winery complex<\/strong>, there is also a wine cellar<\/strong>, on-site winemaking rooms<\/strong>, a vineyard<\/strong>, and a cafe<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n After finishing my course and with a big smile, I headed out toward the vineyard. The area is green and lush<\/strong>, filled with different kinds of trees making perfect for a stroll. <\/span><\/p>\n Proceeding through the pathway, I found myself looking at the orchard of grapes which made the wine I just drank. I looked up. <\/span><\/p>\n The sky was blue and a breeze carrying the scent of grapes filled me with a satisfaction I have never experienced before.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n
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