Mercian Corporation (President: Masamitsu Otsuka, hereinafter "Mercian") will launch "Mercian Wines Cantiamo Pineapple Fizz" and "Mercian Wines Cantiamo Mango Fizz" nationwide on July 28 (Tue). These new products are from the wine brand "Mercian Wines," created jointly by global winemakers and Mercian winemakers for Japanese customers. In recent years, demand for fruity and refreshing sparkling wines during the summer has been increasing. Sales value from July-September 2025 saw a significant increase of approximately 40% compared to 2021*. Overseas markets, particularly North America and Europe, are seeing a rise in cocktail-style products that combine aromatic sparkling wine with fruit, emphasizing ease of drinking. *Intage SRI+ Sparkling Wine Market, July-September 2021, July-September 2025, Estimated Sales Value, 7 Channel Total (SM, CVS, DRUG, HC, Liquor Stores, General Liquor Stores, Commercial Liquor Stores) (Kirin Definition) Against this market backdrop, we are launching semi-sparkling wine cocktails with a refreshing and elegant taste, made by adding fruit juice to Italian Moscato Spumante, under the "Mercian Wines Cantiamo" brand. Through proposing new ways to enjoy sparkling wine by combining Italian Spumante with fruit flavors, this brand aims to further invigorate the sparkling wine market. ●About the Brand "Mercian Wines Cantiamo" - "Cantiamo" is the first sparkling wine from "Mercian Wines," launched in 2023. The brand's image of being "stylish," "elegant," and "approachable," along with its fruity and refreshing taste, has garnered customer support. ●About the Taste - "Mercian Wines Cantiamo Pineapple Fizz" features a refreshing and juicy taste, created by adding pineapple juice to sparkling wine made from Italian Moscato grapes. - "Mercian Wines Cantiamo Mango Fizz" features a tropical and rich taste, created by adding mango juice to sparkling wine made from Italian Moscato grapes. - The freshness of tropical fruits combined with the crispness of M