Isojiman Junmai Daiginjo Emerald

Category:
 
Sake
Sub-Category:  
 
Sake
Producer:
 
Isojiman
Label Name:
 
Junmai Daiginjo Emerald
Country:
 
Japan
Region:
 
Yaizu, Shizuoka Prefecture
Volume:
 
720ml
ABV:
 
16.5%
Acidity:
 
2
Sweetness:
 
2
Body:
 
3
Length:
 
3
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
10-15°C

Awards/Ratings
Listed by multiple retailers; Sakenomy user rating 3. 8/5. Reported 2025 IWC — Bronze . Commonly noted in trade reviews for intense fruity ginjo aromatics and polished texture

Tasting Note
Pronounced ginjo aromas of melon, peach, kiwi and white flowers. Silky, slightly dry palate with balanced acidity, gentle bitterness and light umami, finishing clean with medium length and mineral-tinged clarity.

Food Pairing
Sushi, sashimi, tempura, grilled white fish (nodoguro/kinki), yakitori; oysters, ceviche, shellfish, light cream pasta, roasted chicken, citrus salads.

Production Method
Junmai Daiginjo brewed from 100% Yamada Nishiki (≈50% polish). Slow, low-temperature fermentation using Isojiman house yeast and alpine spring water; chilled before release.

Vineyard Info
Isojiman Shuzo (founded 1830) in Yaizu, Shizuoka. Known for fruity Ginjo-ka style and single-field Yamada Nishiki expressions from Tojo region.