You feel the flavor of banana and citrus slightly. When you drop it in your mouth, the clear and crisp tastes and umami spread. You also find the well-round sweetness of rice and the flavor of citrus. The style of this Japanese Sake is “Tanrei-Umakuchi”, clear and rich. It is not strong but gentle and mild. When you enjoy it in warm, umami is emphasized more.
Taste Chart
Sweet-Dry: 3/5 (1 is sweet, 5 is Dry)
Fruity-Acid: 3/5 (1 is Fruity, 5 is Acid)
Light-Bold: 3/5 (1 is Light, 5 is Bold)
Recommended temperature to drink
5℃～40℃
Recommended dish
Umami will bring out fish dish. The taste is soft and mild, so heavy food will not be a good partner.
Stir fry of cabbage and anchovy must part with this Japanese Sake.
The tips of this Ippon
The brewery was established in 1717. So, they have been brewing Japanese Sake more than 300 years. Their value is based on the concept of “WAGO,” harmonization. They are located in Niigata Prefecture. It is well known by one of the snowiest areas in Japan. In winter, the climate is very severe. People have to stand and help each other. This spirit has been passed over. Their value comes from the spirit. KAKUREI is also developed to be a pair with their traditional foods. As the winter is too severe, it is hard to find fresh food. So, they usually ate preserved fish and vegetables. The style, “Tanrei-Umakuchi”, will part with their traditional foods well.
KAKUREI, Junmai-Ginjo-Shu, AOKI SHUZO
2022-05-08
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Tasting Comment
You feel the flavor of banana and citrus slightly. When you drop it in your mouth, the clear and crisp tastes and umami spread. You also find the well-round sweetness of rice and the flavor of citrus. The style of this Japanese Sake is “Tanrei-Umakuchi”, clear and rich. It is not strong but gentle and mild. When you enjoy it in warm, umami is emphasized more.
Taste Chart
Sweet-Dry: 3/5 (1 is sweet, 5 is Dry)
Fruity-Acid: 3/5 (1 is Fruity, 5 is Acid)
Light-Bold: 3/5 (1 is Light, 5 is Bold)
Recommended temperature to drink
5℃～40℃
Recommended dish
Umami will bring out fish dish. The taste is soft and mild, so heavy food will not be a good partner.
Stir fry of cabbage and anchovy must part with this Japanese Sake.
The tips of this Ippon
The brewery was established in 1717. So, they have been brewing Japanese Sake more than 300 years. Their value is based on the concept of “WAGO,” harmonization. They are located in Niigata Prefecture. It is well known by one of the snowiest areas in Japan. In winter, the climate is very severe. People have to stand and help each other. This spirit has been passed over. Their value comes from the spirit. KAKUREI is also developed to be a pair with their traditional foods. As the winter is too severe, it is hard to find fresh food. So, they usually ate preserved fish and vegetables. The style, “Tanrei-Umakuchi”, will part with their traditional foods well.
Brewed Area,Central,NIIGATA,Tasting ComentAOKI SHUZO,KAKUREI,NIIGATA
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