Sushi-Loving Liquor

The Award Winning Maru Wine from V&S

V&S Wine won the silver medal at EPICA (a European advertising competition) for their Maru Wine. Swedish design firm Silver came up with the packaging for Maru Wine, a blend from Alsace that is meant to accompany sushi and the palette of those who indulge in the Japanese style of food.

Maru Wine takes its name from the Japanese word for circle (maru). I guess this means that Maru Wine is meant to be drunk with makizushi (maki or rolls) as opposed to nigiri.

Sushi Pairing Wines
Wineries can look into creating wine products that are specifically designed to complement sushi flavors.
Packaging as a Marketing Tool
Design firms can create packaging that enhances the product's appeal and communicates its ideal usage.
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Sectors Adopting This

Wine Industry
Wineries can innovate their products by creating wines tailored to specific food pairings.
Design Industry
Design firms can offer packaging design services that enhance products' cultural connections and messaging.
Food and Beverage Industry
Chefs and restaurateurs can explore cultural fusion cuisine concepts to attract customers looking for unique dining experiences.
SCORE
3.5 out of 10
GENDER
30% Men70% Women
MARKETTop markets: North America, Europe, Asia
GENERATION
  • Gen Z
  • Gen Alpha
  • Gen X
  • Millennial (primary audience)
POPULARITY
Popularity 26%
Activity 72%
Freshness 8%

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