[Fermentation Cuisine Experience] Yilan Toucheng｜Tibetan Winery｜Micro-fermentation Kitchen Fermentation Food + Dinner and Wine Party Experience

Chang Jiu Winery's core philosophy centers around 'fermentation.' We believe it's not just a technique for food preservation or flavor enhancement, but a lifestyle that connects with nature and embraces a slow-living philosophy. The winery is dedicated to integrating fermentation culture into daily life, guiding visitors through the experiences at our Micro-Fermentation Kitchen and wine pairing dinners. We aim to help guests savor the deliciousness brewed by time, explore the connection between food and land, and advocate for a healthy and sustainable lifestyle.

The Micro-Fermentation Kitchen at Chang Jiu Winery provides a diverse range of fermented culinary experiences. Visitors can personally participate in combining fermented ingredients like rice koji, shio koji, and red yeast rice with the winery's own brewed vinegars and wines. They can also incorporate fresh herbs harvested from the estate's 'edible landscape' into their dishes. These experiences are designed to showcase the magic of fermentation, allowing participants to taste unique and multi-layered micro-fermented flavors and understand the importance of fermentation in food flavor and health.

The wine pairing dinners at Chang Jiu Winery feature exquisite fermented delicacies paired with the winery's own specialty wines. The experience begins with a ritual of selecting wine from the cellar. Each dish cleverly utilizes fermentation techniques and incorporates seasonal ingredients, aiming to present the original flavors of the food and the enhanced layers from fermentation. Professional sommeliers will guide guests in appreciating the pairings between different wines and dishes, creating a gastronomic feast that combines taste and cultural depth, allowing you to experience the mellow and rich flavors brewed by time.

The Micro-Fermentation Kitchen at Chang Jiu Winery employs the unique concept of an 'edible landscape,' directly harvesting fresh herbs and some seasonal ingredients from within the estate. These local ingredients are skillfully combined with the winery's own fermented products like rice koji, shio koji, and red yeast rice, as well as brewed vinegars and wines. This not only ensures the freshness of the ingredients but also imbues the dishes with local characteristics and seasonality. This farm-to-table approach allows visitors to savor the freshest and most natural micro-fermented flavors.

To reach Chang Jiu Winery in Yilan from Taipei, it is recommended to drive yourself or hire a car. Take the Hsuehshan Tunnel and exit at Toucheng Interchange, then follow the signs to the winery. If using public transportation, you can take a train to Toucheng Station and then take a taxi or arrange a shuttle service to the winery. Considering the winery is located in a mountainous area with relatively lower transportation convenience, it's advised to plan your transportation in advance to ensure a smooth journey.

You can book the fermented culinary experiences and wine pairing dinners at Chang Jiu Winery through KKday. KKday offers a convenient and transparent online booking process, allowing you to easily check available dates, times, and experience options, and confirm your booking instantly. Booking through KKday ensures your itinerary is arranged smoothly, and you receive clear order information and customer service, saving you the hassle of contacting them directly.

The fermented culinary experiences at Chang Jiu Winery are suitable for travelers interested in food culture, culinary arts, or healthy living. Whether it's a family, a couple on a date, a group of friends, or a corporate team-building event, everyone can find enjoyment and knowledge here. This experience offers unique interactive and learning opportunities, especially for those seeking in-depth cultural experiences, who enjoy hands-on cooking, and wish to understand the mysteries of fermentation.

In addition to the Micro-Fermentation Kitchen and wine pairing dinners, Chang Jiu Winery itself is an estate that blends natural landscapes with winemaking culture. Visitors can tour the wine cellar to learn about the wine-making process, stroll through the winery's 'edible landscape' gardens to discover various herbal plants, or enjoy the tranquil natural atmosphere within the estate. The winery also has an exhibition area that introduces fermentation culture and the winery's brand story, making the overall visit more enriching and diverse.