Daimon Junmai Daiginjo Daimon 35

Category:
 
Sake
Sub-Category:  
 
Sake
Producer:
 
Daimon
Label Name:
 
Junmai Daiginjo Daimon 35
Country:
 
Japan
Region:
 
Osaka Prefecture (Katano, Kansai)
Volume:
 
720ml
ABV:
 
18%
Acidity:
 
2
Sweetness:
 
3
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
10-13°C

Awards/Ratings
London Sake Challenge 2016 — Gold (Junmai Daiginjo); International Wine Challenge (IWC) SAKE 2021 — Gold (Junmai Daiginjo); IWC 2020 — Bronze (listed by brewery); Served at G20 Osaka Summit 2019

Tasting Note
Fragrant floral and delicate fruit aromas; gentle rice sweetness opens to rich umami, with subtle white‑chocolate and cucumber hints. Clean, elegant finish with medium‑long persistence.

Food Pairing
Asian: sashimi, sushi, tempura, steamed fish, chawanmushi, hot pot (nabemono). Western: soft cheeses, grilled fish, roasted chicken, light pasta, shellfish, white meat and mild creamy dishes.

Production Method
Junmai Daiginjo brewed from 100% Yamada Nishiki polished to 35%. Small‑batch, low‑temperature long fermentation; traditional pressing (also a gravity‑drip Shizuku edition exists).

Vineyard Info
Daimon Shuzo, founded 1826 in Katano, Osaka, produces artisanal sake emphasizing mountain water, careful milling and small‑scale craftsmanship; known for premium "Daimon" series.