SAKE OVERVIEW
The epitome of purity, this sake is more subtle and nuanced than most highly aromatic Junmai Daiginjos. It is based on the ideals of Zen Buddhism and "wabi-sabi," the belief that beauty within the arts should be as understated and pure as a simple strand of pearls. One of two sakes brewed in exactly the same way with the same ingredients, except this one is a Junmai Daignjo and Tears of Dawn has added distilled alcohol to open up aromatics.
Tasting Notes
Aromas of white flower, Asian pear & steamed rice. Finishes elegantly with rich minerality and rice texture.
Food Pairing
This is a great sipping sake but also a wonderful companion to scallops, pork, and light meats.
Tech Details
- Alcohol:
- 15.5%
- Sizes:
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12/300ml
6/720ml
- Suggested Retail Prices:
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$
$
- UPC Codes:
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835603005554
835603005547
- Seimaibuai:
- 50%
- Nihonshu-Do:
- +2
- Acidity:
- 1.5
Higashiyama Brewery
Konteki’s culture centers around 15th century ideals of Zen Buddhism and purity in beauty.
- Kyoto is the birthplace of sake and is home to the local Fushimi Mizu, one of Japan’s most prized water sources of soft, pure water.
- Well-respected rice farmer Masayasu Tanaka grows rice for the brewery. He is famous for growing some of Japan’s best quality Yamada Nishiki rice, considered the pinnacle of premium sake rice.
- Brewery Name:
- Higashiyama Brewery
- Toji (master brewer):
- Seiji Yaoi
- Brewery Location:
- Kyoto
- Brewery President:
- Shinji Matsumot