Isojiman Daiginjo Itteki Nyukon

Category:
 
Sake
Sub-Category:  
 
Sake
Producer:
 
Isojiman
Label Name:
 
Daiginjo Itteki Nyukon
Country:
 
Japan
Region:
 
Yaizu, Shizuoka Prefecture
Volume:
 
1800ml
ABV:
 
16-17%
Acidity:
 
3
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
3
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
8-10°C

Awards/Ratings
Isojiman (the brand) was chosen as an official sake for the 2008 G8 summit; this Itteki Nyukon daiginjo is a high-end

Tasting Note
Elegant daiginjo aromatics of melon, white-peach and pear; silky, medium-bodied palate with a clean mineral/saline thread, balanced acidity and a dry, lingering umami finish.

Food Pairing
Sushi and sashimi, oysters, ceviche, grilled/steamed white fish, shellfish pasta (western); tempura, lightly seasoned yakitori, steamed scallops, sashimi-style donburi, delicate Chinese seafood (asian).

Production Method
Daiginjo brewing using 100% Yamada Nishiki polished to ~45%; slow, low-temperature fermentation with in‑house yeast and traditional press; bottled chilled to preserve aromatics.

Vineyard Info
Isojiman Shuzo (founded 1830) of Yaizu, Shizuoka. Renowned for sourcing top Tojo/Akitsu Yamada Nishiki, using Southern Alps spring water and an in-house yeast to produce premium daiginjo sake.