Hakurakusei Toh! Hoku! Let's Go!

Category:
 
Sake
Sub-Category:  
 
Sake
Producer:
 
Hakurakusei
Label Name:
 
Toh! Hoku! Let's Go!
Country:
 
Japan
Region:
 
Miyagi Prefecture (Osaki)
Volume:
 
720ml
ABV:
 
15%
Acidity:
 
3
Sweetness:
 
3
Body:
 
2
Length:
 
3
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
8-10°C

Awards/Ratings
30% of sales donated to Noto Peninsula earthquake relief. Specs: Junmai Daiginjo, 50% polish, SMV -2. Reviewed/listed in Catad'Or and retailer product pages

Tasting Note
Elegant junmai daiginjo with pear-like acidity, refined sweetness, floral top notes, light mineral/umami and a crisp, transparent finish.

Food Pairing
Sashimi, sushi, tempura, grilled white fish, oysters, lightly seasoned cheeses, roasted chicken, light pasta, salads; pairs well with both Japanese and Western seafood/white-meat dishes.

Production Method
Junmai Daiginjo (rice polished to 50%), brewed with in-house yeast, pasteurized (hi-ire) and bottled as a limited-edition release.

Vineyard Info
Niizawa Sake Brewery (新澤醸造店), founded 1873 in Osaki, Miyagi. Producer of the Hakurakusei brand, focused on food-friendly, carefully controlled sake production.