Myeongjak Black Raspberry
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Taste and aroma
Fruity · Sweet
Pair with
raw fish (hoe) · cheese · light appetizers
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Myeongjak Bokbunja (Black Raspberry) is a 13% ABV fruit wine from Jeollabuk-do, showcasing Korean black raspberry (bokbunja) - a berry deeply embedded in Korean folk wellness tradition and regional identity in the Jeolla provinces. Bokbunja wines occupy a distinctive niche in Korean alcohol culture, prized for their deep color, rich berry flavor, and perceived health-giving properties. The nose is immediately striking - concentrated dark raspberry, blackberry preserve, and a warm, slightly spiced sweetness that signals density from the first whiff. On the palate, the body is medium with a plush, velvety texture. The sweetness is mellow and enveloping, wrapping the tongue in layers of dark berry fruit without aggressive sugar impact. A subtle tannic grip from the raspberry seeds and skins provides structural backbone, while the 13% ABV adds warmth and depth. The finish is moderately long, with lingering berry concentration and a clean, rounded close. Back-to-back recognition at the Korea Traditional Liquor Awards - Excellence Prize in 2010 and again in 2014 - confirms remarkable consistency across vintages. The 375ml bottle is intimate and focused. Serve at 10-14°C with raw fish (hoe) for a striking contrast of deep berry and clean seafood, with aged cheese, or alongside dark chocolate where the bokbunja's intensity creates a luxurious pairing.
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Ingredients
Black Raspberry
Awards
- ★ 2014 대한민국우리술품평회 우수상 (과실주 부문)
- ★ 2010 대한민국우리술품평회 우수상 (과실주 부문)