Apple has launched a special Apple Maps guide for Drops of God fans, curated by actor Tomohisa Yamashita, featuring nine wineries across Europe and California with detailed information and opening hours.
Apple is continuing its tradition of creating immersive promotional experiences for its Apple TV+ content by launching a special Apple Maps guide tied to the second season of Drops of God. The new guide, titled "Drops of God: A World-Class Wine Guide," features nine carefully selected wineries across Europe and California, personally curated by actor Tomohisa Yamashita, who plays wine prodigy Issei Tomine in the series.
Yamashita, who shares his character's passion for wine in real life, has handpicked wineries that span from France to California, offering fans of the show an opportunity to explore the same vineyards that inspire the series' intricate wine-tasting narratives. Each winery listing includes Yamashita's personal insights about why he chose that particular location, along with practical details such as opening hours, photographs, and additional information to help viewers plan their visits.
The guide represents Apple's latest effort to blend entertainment with real-world exploration, following similar initiatives like the Chief of War tour guide released last September, which highlighted historic sites across Hawaiʻi and New Zealand. Apple has developed an impressive collection of themed tour guides that span various interests and locations:
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The Drops of God guide is particularly fitting given the show's premise, which revolves around the world of fine wines and the intense competition between wine experts. By offering fans a curated list of wineries, Apple creates a bridge between the fictional world of the series and real-world wine tourism opportunities.
Users can save the guide to their Apple Maps for easy access during travels or share it with friends and family who might be interested in wine tourism. The guide also conveniently links to the Drops of God season two soundtrack on Apple Music, creating a cohesive multimedia experience that extends beyond just watching the show.
Drops of God is currently airing its second season on Apple TV+, with the third of eight episodes set to premiere soon. The series has garnered attention for its sophisticated portrayal of the wine world and has helped establish Apple TV+ as a platform for premium international content.
Apple TV+ continues to expand its content library with critically acclaimed shows and movies, available for $12.99 per month. The service features popular titles including F1 The Movie, Pluribus, Severance, The Studio, The Morning Show, Shrinking, and Silo, alongside Drops of God and many other international productions.
The integration of Apple Maps guides with Apple TV+ content demonstrates the company's strategy of creating interconnected experiences across its ecosystem, encouraging users to engage with content both on-screen and in the real world. For wine enthusiasts and Drops of God fans alike, this curated guide offers a unique opportunity to explore some of the world's most celebrated wineries through the lens of someone who has immersed himself in both the fictional and real-world wine cultures.
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