• Sawahime Shimotsuke Junmai Daiginjo (720ml)
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  • Sawahime Shimotsuke Junmai Daiginjo (720ml)

Sawahime Shimotsuke Junmai Daiginjo (720ml) 澤姫 下野純米大吟醸

$108.80 $128.00

FineSake Gold 2020

93 points given by the Robert Parker Wine Advocate, the aromatics are bold and beautiful. Masterful brewing techniques achieve amazing balance where the sweet fruit-driven notes are countered with perfectly pitched acidity and immense clarity on the finish.

style
floral and fruity
availability
year round
on the palate
sweet rice fig and umami
on the nose
peach and apricot
RPR (Rice Polishing Ratio)
40%
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Named Shimotsuke after the original name for Tochigi, this sake is a true expression of all that is exceptional with Tochigi sake, a recipient of multiple awards such as the Grand Gold Medal at the Fine Sake Awards of 2017.

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Characteristics特徴

Prefecture
tochigi
Rice
gohyakumangoku
Alcohol
15%
SMV (Sake Meter Value)
+2
Acidity
1.5
Water Source
subsoil water from kinugawa river
Yeast
tochigi kobo

How to enjoy楽しみ方

Recommended pairings
spicy fare | peking duck
Serving temperature
11°-16°
Serving vessels
white wine glass

Reviewsレビュー

Test: inoue-seikichi-shoten