This savory sake is inspired by local legends of Niigata's annual fox-bride festival. Local lore tells of mysterious lights that appeared on nearby Mt. Kirin in the distant past, which are claimed to be the lanterns carried in the fox-bride procession. With a 50% polishing rate, this sake could technically qualify as a Junmai Daiginjo, but the savory notes and food pairing versatility identify more with the style expected from Junmai Ginjo.
Intense aromas of grilled nuts, pistachio, and a hint of white chocolate. Ripe honeydew notes finish crisp with a hint of lingering sweetness.
One of the best meat pairings in the portfolio. Try with duck, fig-stuffed pork loin, or black cod with miso glaze.
Tech Details
- Alcohol:
- 16.5%
- Sizes:
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12/300ml
6/720ml
6/1.8L
- Suggested Retail Prices:
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$
$
$
- UPC Codes:
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835603005400
835603005387
835603005790
- Seimaibuai:
- 50%
- Rice:
- Gohyakumangoku
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Kaetsu Brewery
Kaetsu brews powerful, big, bold sake from Japan’s most popular brewing region, Niigata, which is otherwise known for producing light, clean sake.
- Kanbara’s bold style comes from brewing sake that is muroka (not charcoal filtered).
- The husband and wife co-owners come from families with sake backgrounds and Toji Kenichiro-san has made sake for over 50 years, giving Kanbara a long history of talent and experience.
- Brewery Name:
- Kaetsu Brewery
- Brewery Founded:
- 1880
- Toji (master brewer):
- Yamaga Kenichiro
- Brewery Location:
- Niigata
- Brewery President:
- Dr. Shunichi Sato
