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( I ) GENERAL     We request that people respect that this is an open-world event. Please do not engage in NSFW RP or themes while in the open world event.

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Our selection

Nigorizake
( Ōkami Spirit Brewery )
    Vineyard name: Ryuen Village
   
Single, two, four, or six packed Nigorizake is available at the event for purchase.
   
Wine Source: The Yokai/Spirit Realm from a village of Kitsune. The rice grain is blessed, with spiritual/harmless properties.
   
What is the color, aroma, tasting notes and finish of the wine? A white cloudy color, sweet and creamy with a light yogurt-y, fruity taste, and a hint of bitterness. Thicker consistency than typical sake.
   
How is the wine aged? Not actually aged, since nigorizake isn't aged and best enjoyed fresh, but has a shorter shelf life.
   
What are good pairing options for this wine? Very good with spicy or bold flavors for a coolness affect, as well as desserts for its sweetness..
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

Death Juice
( The Rat's Road )
    Vineyard name: ...A basement cellar.
   
This 'Wine' is not available for purchase, but there are several bottles at the event for tasting...
   
Wine Source: Ingredients foraged from the Shroud.
   
What is the color, aroma, tasting notes and finish of the wine? It's CLEAR. Just crystal clear, like water. And tastes like PURE alcohol. Stuff's 95% alcohol and not even wine, just evil moonshine that smells like your nostrils are burning, nose hairs curling up and falling right off and tears forming in your eyes. Any notes of the original ingredients are gone, it is just pure alcohol at this stage.
   
How is the wine aged? In a musty, dusty basement cellar.
   
What are good pairing options for this wine? A whole lot of water to dilute the alcohol. Or bread..
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

Kappa Cucumber Junmai Sake
( Kappa Kafe )
    Vineyard name: Kappa Cucumber Junmai Sake.
   
Available for sale -- one cups' worth, 20 gil / 2 koban. One bottles' worth, 800 gil / 10 koban. (IC-only.)
   
Wine Source: High Grade Akebono Nishiki Rice sourced from Hingashi, Distilled Pure Water sourced from Yanxia, Special Yeast made by Isilfyr Moenanka, Handmade Koji made by Isilfyr Moenanka, Cucumber Infusion made by Isilfyr Moenanka.
   
What is the color, aroma, tasting notes and finish of the wine? On the nose is a distinct, fresh cucumber aroma is the most prominent scent. A delicate and light body that is not overpowering, that is clear like a white wine. The primary tasting notes are of a fresh and crisp cucumber with a subtle undertone of melon and pear. The flavor is smooth, with no astringency, leaving the palate clean and ending with a smooth, pleasant finish. The sake makes for an excellent palate cleanser.
   
How is the wine aged? It is a Junmai Sake that undergoes a short-term aging process, typically lasting from six months to a maximum of one year. It is meant to be enjoyed young and fresh!
   
What are good pairing options for this wine? Complements sushi, enhancing delicate fish flavors without overpowering them. Also wonderfully paired with sweet fruits..
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

Life & Death Dragonfire Wine (Fall Season Limited Edition)
( Poison & Flame, Relics and Curios )
    Vineyard name: Ceae Vineyards & Winery.
   
Multiple bottles are available for purchase. 30,000 (IC-only) gil per bottle. Price due to fire hazard risks.
   
Wine Source: Ceae Vineyards & Winery is located in Thanalan, in a carefully controlled environment amidst the desert heat. However, Life & Death is a fruit wine that uses ingredients home grown from Poison & Flames' gardens in the Lavender Beds.
   
What is the color, aroma, tasting notes and finish of the wine? The limited edition version of the Life & Death Dragonfire Wine is pumpkin orange. It has a fruity and spiced aroma, with floral and honey notes from acacia. The taste is bright, with tartness from peaches and pomegranate, leading to spicy warmth and a sweet but slight earthiness from ogre pumpkin. There is a medium-sweet finish with lingering heat and smokiness. Drinking will cause the imbiber to breathe fire temporarily and emit pumpkin shaped smoke rings.
   
How is the wine aged? The fruit wine underwent a fermentation process for a few weeks, then aged for a year inside acacia barrels, adjusting sweetness and racking as needed. Afterwards it was bottle aged for six months. It should be noted that this wine should be consumed within five years.
   
What are good pairing options for this wine? This wine is good paired with spicy and/or autumnal flavors, rich foods such as cream and cheese based pastas or soups, and roasted vegetables...
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

Three-Autumns Kumis
( Tribe )
    Vineyard name: Malqir Tribe.
   
Six ceramic bottles with cloth covering, stamped with the Malqir tribe's emblem, are available for purchase. 9,000 gil per bottle. (Absolutely all IC gil of course.).
   
Wine Source: The Western Azim Steppe, from the herds of the Malqir.
   
What is the color, aroma, tasting notes and finish of the wine? Off-white colouration mostly opaque with watery translucency when in small enough quantities or near the corners of glass and Kumis. Aroma is sharp, buttery - the tang of alcohol is very strong over the milk-based background scent. Tasting notes are milk, acid, and sugar, the full body hides most of the milk behind the acid but the sweetness might remind of citrus fruits, though none are involved - like a blank-slate of citrus. The finish is long on account of the very high acid and alcohol content, and the wine comes close to a burn as in hard liquors, but its milk notes dull that, and shine in the finish, lingering like one just drank a glass of cold milk, which is aided by a deep breath after finishing - though be careful its high alcohol content doesn't make that breath dangerously intoxicating.
   
How is the wine aged? After fermentation as normal Kumis, the finest and milkiest offerings are sent to the elders for purification, where long-passed down Malqir techniques are employed in a process something like magically-enhanced distillation: normally, the alcohol content of Kumis would overrun the yeast and leave you with a weak alcohol with milky flavour, but for three years, starting with the Autumn three years ago for this particular batch of Three-Seasons (so named for the three years they take) Kumis, magic was employed to sequester the alcohol content away. After three years, the alcohol content in these drinks is high, and the magic sealing that content away and keeping the producers from being overwhelmed by it is woven into that cloth covering, so it gets stronger (with diminishing returns) until the very moment it is opened, and the sequestered alcohol infuses the whole.
   
What are good pairing options for this wine? A dessert drink almost certainly. This would pair with any lighter cake, or brink a milky sweetness to chocolate based desserts..

Kuqtceh Rnesgm'aa (Roughly, "Wine of the Golden Sun")
( Viv'aa Vim'aa )
    Vineyard name: Ashwalk Vinehold - a small but hardy plot overseen by Viv'aa Vim'aa's desert suppliers, nestled on the edges of the Sagolii where cactus fruit flourishes. The name references the scorched trail left by drakes and travelers through the sands..
   
Limited quantities are available for sale after the tasting.
Glass (house pour): 90 gil
Bottle (500ml clay-sealed flask): 600 gil
Special Reserve (aged batch, stamped with Viv'aa Vim'aa logo, collector's jar): 1,500 gil (IC-Only.)
   
Wine Source: Thanalan, Sagolii Desert - cactus groves tended with careful irrigation and harvesting by hand to avoid damaging the delicate fruit.
   
What is the color, aroma, tasting notes and finish of the wine? A clear amber with faint rose undertones. The aroma is ripe prickly pear, honey, and desert wildflowers, with a faint mineral earthiness. The taste is bright and refreshing, starting with soft melon and nectar, opening to tart citrus and pepper spice. A subtle smokiness from the desert soil lingers. The finish is crisp, dry, with a tingling bite that fades into a spicy sweetness.
   
How is the wine aged? Fermented in small clay amphora sealed with wax, buried in shaded sand (and protected by drakes ). Aged for three to four moons before straining, which lends it a natural minerality and soft, earthy undertone.
   
What are good pairing options for this wine? Grilled or flame-roasted meats, particularly Aldgoat.
Roasted peppers, eggplant, or spice-heavy dishes.
Rich sauces (especially tomato-based, peppered, or smoky).
Can also function as a dessert wine, with citrus desserts, honey-flavoured dishes, or creamy cheeses..
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

Qiqirn Firewine
( Whorl of Charybdis )
    Vineyard name: Summerford Seastead.
   
Multiple bottles are available for purchase. 5,000 (IC-only) gil per bottle. We are not responsible of any effects of the wine.
   
Wine Source: All ingredients, whether fresh or fermented, are sourced from La Noscea -- be it from the land or the sea.
   
What is the color, aroma, tasting notes and finish of the wine? The liquid is an emerald green color. The aroma is harsh -- the alchohol is strong -- but coming through are notes of butter, sugar, fresh cream and.. ..anchovies. Tasting notes are citrusy -- almost like a ponzu sauce, mixed with strong orange and lemon flavors. The finish is almost fishy, buttery, and leaves one perhaps more confused than satisfied.
   
How is the wine aged? Blended with a medley of fermented and fresh ingredients and fermented in the sun for a sennight, this beverage is not for the feint of heart.
   
What are good pairing options for this wine? This wine is good paired with strong tasting foods -- hearty cheese, gamey meat. Aldgoat meat in particular is the recommended pairing by the creators...
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

Golden Sheen
    Vineyard name: Elysium.
   
The wine is simply too expensive to purchase...
   
Wine Source: A collection of every golden citrus available and unavailable on the market that is smashed together at speeds unfathomable to the feeble minded in a machine drawn from the incredible mind of the Head Alchemist of Hoth Quality Inc. You think of it, its probably in there! (Bananas are not citrus)
   
What is the color, aroma, tasting notes and finish of the wine? The pure, thick juice is mixed with a few light spirits. This results in a solution giving off a golden glow that will have you fooled into believing you have finally graduated from being lower class, at least until it cascades down your pipes. Aroma, tasting notes and finish are fruity and punchy, you will be begging for more.
   
How is the wine aged? In methods the vineyard refused to disclose, citing trade secrets.
   
What are good pairing options for this wine? Best paired with the most expensive food money can buy..
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

Hunter's Brew
( The Gathering Hub )
    Vineyard name: Rolanberry Fields.
   
Available by the glass for 500 gil or by the bottle for 2000 gil, cases of 6 bottles available by special request..
   
Wine Source: We use local honey sourced from the Black Shroud, Rak'tika Forest, and sometimes exotic imports from the merchant's association.
   
What is the color, aroma, tasting notes and finish of the wine? Our mead is of amber hue and backsweetened with a wildflower honey, the finish is on the sweeter side with a powdery floral note.
   
How is the wine aged? While not aged, our mead is stored in maple barrels after the fermenting process.
   
What are good pairing options for this wine? We recommend pairing a sweet mead with a cheesy flat bread or roasted meats..
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

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CHEESE BOARD
Cheddar, Gouda, Gruyère, Parmigiano-Reggiano
Brie, Camembert, Havarti
Stilton, Gorgonzola
Goat Cheese, Feta
Manchego, Comté
Other Cheese available
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MEAT BOARD
Prosciutto
Coppa
Mortadella
Chorizo
Sopressata, Peppered Salami
Bresaola
Speck
Fresh Fruit Board
Pineapple, Mango, Kiwi
Green and Red Grapes
Blueberries, Raspberries, Blackberries
Oranges, Kumquats, Starfruits
Pink Dragonfruit
Strawberries
More upon request

Savory

Herb-Roasted Olives
Herb-Roasted Olives are gently warmed until luscious and silky, their natural briny depth enriched with garlic, oregano, fennel seed, and a subtle kiss of red pepper. A flourish of fresh rosemary, parsley, and fragrant orange zest adds brightness and complexity, creating a refined harmony of flavors that transforms a simple bite into a truly sophisticated indulgence.

Bacon-Wrapped Dates
Silky-sweet Medjool dates, their caramel warmth enveloped in crisp, smoky bacon—with a creamy blue-cheese filling tucked within—make each bite a refined interplay of sweetness, salt, and irresistible texture.

Prosciutto, Tomato, and Olive Bruschetta
Silky-sweet cherry tomatoes mingle with briny oil-cured olives, all drizzled in golden extra-virgin olive oil and kissed with fresh basil and garlic. Atop crisp toasts, thin ribbons of prosciutto impart a whisper of salt and elegance.

Red Pepper Blini with Creamed Corn and Smoked Salmon
Soft, crimson-hued blini cradle a lush veil of sweet, velvety creamed corn. Atop each, delicate ribbons of smoky salmon add depth, while a hint of caviar and a scattering of fresh chives inject bursts of brine and brightness. The result: a graceful harmony of color, texture, and refined flavor.

Onion Jam and Goat Cheese Rugelach
Soft, buttery crescents enfold a deep, sweet-savory onion jam—laced with balsamic, sumac, and coriander—and are studded with crumbled goat cheese. Each bite delivers a graceful contrast of silky pastry, caramelized onion richness, and the tang of chèvre—a delicate, savory indulgence.

Zucchini and Pepper Gratin with Herbs and Cheese
Tender ribbons of zucchini and bell pepper mingle with juicy tomato, each layer kissed by bright mint, basil, and oregano. A delicate crown of pecorino-style or Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese blankets the gratin, gently browning to bring a whisper of crisp and a deeper savory echo. The result is a harmonious balance of summer garden sweetness, herbal brightness, and elegant cheesiness.

Pimiento Cheese with Salt-and-Pepper Butter Crackers
Velvety pimiento cheese—rich with sharp cheddar, creamy mayonnaise, and roasted red pepper—is generously strewn atop crisp, butter-kissed crackers flecked with salt and pepper. The contrast of soft and crunchy, mellow and piquant, makes for an elegantly satisfying bite.

Sweets

Mini Peach Tarts with Mascarpone Panna Cotta
Mini peach tarts cradle juicy, caramel-kissed roasted peaches beneath a whisper of mascarpone panna cotta. The flaky phyllo shell frames each tart with crisp elegance, while the silky, subtly sweet filling and sun-warmed fruit find a delicate, graceful harmony.

Olive Oil Cake
A tender, whisper-light cake laced with extra-virgin olive oil, subtle lemon, and vanilla. Its texture is moist and delicate, its flavor both mellow and nuanced. Topped with a dollop of milky cream and sliced strawberries—a graceful celebration of olive oil’s richness in dessert form.

Olive Oil Icecream
Lush and silken, this olive oil ice cream melds the gentle floral and citrus notes of Extra Virgin Olive Oil with a creamy custard base. Each spoonful is a whisper of golden richness, with a subtle hint of olive’s peppery elegance and a delicate sparkle of sea salt to elevate the sweetness.

Dried Fuyu Persimmons with Dulcey Blond Chocolate and Sea Salt
Sun-dried Fuyu persimmons, whose sweetness has deepened and concentrated over time, are half-dipped in creamy Dulcey blond chocolate and kissed with flecks of sea salt. The result is a harmony of chewy fruit, caramel-toned chocolate, and a whisper of briny contrast — a refined indulgence.

Pumpkin Panna Cotta
A silken, gently spiced custard — where autumnal pumpkin meets vanilla-kissed cream — sets supple in the glass. Garnished with candied pepitas, and a drizzle of maple, it offers a refined finish: smooth, mellow, and quietly seasonal.

Chocolate Truffles with White, Dark and Milk Chocolate Ganache Filling
Silken orbs of chocolate yield to pillowy ganaches made in white, milk, and dark varieties—each one a velvety core cloaked in a lustrous shell. You taste the creamy richness of white chocolate, the mellow sweetness of milk, and the intense depth of dark—all in a single, elegant confection.

Pumpkin Pie with Fresh Pumpkin Seed Mousse
A golden graham cracker crust cradles a velvety pumpkin filling, infused with warm spices and the richness of cream cheese. Topped with a whisper-light pumpkin seed mousse and crowned with candied pumpkin seeds, this dessert offers a harmonious balance of sweet, savory, and nutty flavors, making it a refined and comforting choice.

Milk Chocolate Meyer Lemon Ganache
Silky milk chocolate ganache is elevated with the bright, aromatic notes of Meyer lemon, creating a harmonious balance of rich sweetness and citrusy vibrancy. This indulgent treat offers a refined and elegant dessert experience, perfect for pairing with a glass of Chardonnay.

Roasted Pear, Vanilla and Pâte Feuilletée
Pears, gently roasted in a fragrant bath of Jordan Cabernet and sugar, are caramel-kissed and tender. They rest on golden, flaky pâte feuilletée and are suffused with delicate vanilla notes—together an elegant balance of fruit, pastry, and understated sweetness.