By using 100% Yamada Nishiki, the king of sake rice, this sake has an umami and richness distinctive of junmai-shu as well as a mild flavor free of any intrusive impurities. The aroma is fruity yet mild, harmonizing perfectly with the flavor.
chilled
room temperature
Heated
A bowl-shaped sake cup is recommended to bring out the sake's umami and sweetness. Earthenware and porcelain cups match well, too.
This sake's bold aroma and mellow flavor match well with rich dishes. Some recommended dishes include grilled eel with tare sauce, simmered pork belly, beef stew, and roasted foie gras.
| Prefecture | HIROSHIMA |
|---|---|
| Municipality | Saijo Honmachi, Higashi Hiroshima city |
| Type of sake | Junmai Daiginjo |
| Ingredients | rice , rice koji |
| Sake rice | Yamada-Nishiki (山田錦) |
| Location of sake rice production | Zouka,Higashi-Hiroshima City,Hiroshima Pref. |
| brewing water | Underground water from the Kamo Mountain Range |
| Rice polishing ratio | 50% |
| Acl / Vol. | 15-16% |
| NihonshudoSake meter value | +3.0 |
| Flavor | Slightly dry |
Rice polishing ratio
50% or lower
Rice polishing ratio
60% or lower
Rice polishing ratio
70% or lower
Rice polishing ratio
80% or lower
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