• Prefecture: Niigata

• Rice & polishing: Koshi Tanrei, polished to 40%

• Style: Junmai Daiginjo

• Food pairings: Sashimi, steamed white fish, chawanmushi, prawn tempura

• Taste: Floral, fruity, gently sweet, smooth

• Alc.: 15.5%

Made with Koshi Tanrei rice polished to 40%, this Junmai Daiginjo from Niigata has a very floral, fruity fragrance that opens with a mild sweetness and hints of melon and apple. The palate is light, smooth and well balanced, with a distinct aroma and a fairly sweet character, leading to a clean finish. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

SMV: ±0｜Acidity: 1.3

About the brewery

Aoki Shuzo brews in the Uonuma district of Niigata under its Kakurei label. The brewery presents itself as a producer of sake made from Uonuma-grown rice, and also bottles the Yukiotoko line.

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