Isojiman Tokubetsu Honjozo Tokusen

Category:
 
Sake
Sub-Category:  
 
Sake
Producer:
 
Isojiman
Label Name:
 
Tokubetsu Honjozo Tokusen
Country:
 
Japan
Region:
 
Shizuoka Prefecture
Volume:
 
720ml
ABV:
 
15%
Acidity:
 
3
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
3
Length:
 
3
Aroma Intensity:
 
3
Best Temperature:
 
10-45°C

Awards/Ratings
No single, consistent international scores found for this exact label. Isojiman brewery has won multiple awards and its premium bottlings were chosen for high-profile events (e. g. , G8 Toyako summit selections)

Tasting Note
Clean, dry and medium-bodied: steamed rice, green apple, melon and light muscat, with nutty/roasted notes, gentle umami and a crisp, slightly warming finish.

Food Pairing
Sushi, sashimi, tempura, grilled white fish, yakitori, oyster or shellfish; western: grilled salmon, shellfish pasta, roasted chicken, mushroom risotto; light cheeses and salads.

Production Method
Tokubetsu Honjozo: small addition of distilled alcohol after pressing; rice polished to ~55% (koji) / 60% (moromi); long koji cultivation and cool fermentation using soft Oigawa River water.

Vineyard Info
Isojiman Shuzo (Yaizu, Shizuoka), founded c.1830. Renowned for Yamadanishiki-based brews, long koji practice and refrigerated cellaring; celebrated nationally and used at high-profile events.