Essense of ‚Shingetsu, is in water which is from a natural spring in the UNESCO World Heritage Shirakami mountain range, the largest virgin beech forest remaining in East Asia. The mountains stretch from northwest of Akita to further north in Aomori. Using Yamada-nishiki rice polished down to 40% and AK-1 yeast originated in Akita, this fruity full-bodied sake has layered complexity and well textured richness with hints of apple, citrus and fresh tropical fruits.
This special limited brew comes in bottles wrapped in Japanese newspapers.
Food pairing: Aperitif with oysters and ikura or caviar, seafood calpachio. Sushi and tempura, Teppanyaki and vegetables.
The Specs
Brewery: Kodama Shuzo
Brand: Taiheizan
Region: Akita
Classification: Sake
Type: Junmai Daiginjo
Item Code: TAH-30
Alcohol: 17%
Net Volume: 1800ml
Standard Drinks:
SMV: +1
Acidity: 1.6
Ingredients: Rice / Yamada-nishiki
Rice: Yamada-nishiki
Rice Polishing Rate: 40%