NAMA Yamahai Junmai Muroka Genshu Sake, 'Fragrant Jewel', Hakugyokko

Brewery: Kidoizumi• Prefecture: Chiba• ABV: 18.5% • Rice: Yamada Nishiki milled to 60% •  SMV: -5  • Acidity: 2.1

• Bold and rustic style
• Notes of ripe fruit, honeydew and lychee
• Flavor continues to evolve after opening
• Yamada Nishiki rice polished to 60%

A singular expression of Yamada Nishiki rice polished to 60%, Hakugyokko is a bold and rustic sake made by the time consuming hot yamahai method unique to Kidoizumi Brewery.  Emblematic of their brash style it has a ripe fruit-driven nose that moves to flavors of honeydew melon and lychee on the palate and finishing with a robust dryness. Due to its unique production it is a remarkably sturdy brew, continuing to breathe and develop even weeks after opening.

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