Hakurakusei Atago No Matsu Sparkling

Category:
 
Sake
Sub-Category:  
 
Sake
Producer:
 
Hakurakusei
Label Name:
 
Atago No Matsu Sparkling
Country:
 
Japan
Region:
 
Miyagi Prefecture (Ōsaki)
Volume:
 
720ml
ABV:
 
13%
Acidity:
 
3
Sweetness:
 
2
Body:
 
2
Length:
 
2
Aroma Intensity:
 
3
Best Temperature:
 
1-5°C

Awards/Ratings
Gold - International SAKE Challenge 2024 (Best Sparkling Sake); Gold - Kura Master 2020; Gold - Feminalise 2022; Gold - Milano Sake Challenge 2019; Commended - International Wine Challenge 2021/2022; Gold - Fine Sake Awards Japan 2025 (Sparkling)

Tasting Note
Fine, persistent bubbles; crisp and light. Aromas of pear, green apple and lime with subtle floral notes. Refreshing, slightly dry palate with clean finish and soft rice-driven umami.

Food Pairing
Oysters, sashimi/sushi, tempura, light salads, seafood carpaccio, grilled prawns, smoked salmon, charcuterie, yakitori, spicy Asian dishes (Thai, Sichuan), fried foods.

Production Method
Junmai sparkling: rice (polished 55%), koji and water; naturally fermented, bottled under pressure with fine carbonation, diluted to 13% ABV; refrigerated storage.

Vineyard Info
Produced by Niizawa Shuzō (Hakurakusei/Atago no Matsu). Brewery founded 1873 in Miyagi; Hakurakusei line emphasizes food-friendly, low-sugar sake.