Juyondai Junmai Ginjo

Category:
 
Sake
Sub-Category:  
 
Sake
Producer:
 
Juyondai
Label Name:
 
Junmai Ginjo
Country:
 
Japan
Region:
 
Yamagata Prefecture (Murayama)
Volume:
 
720ml
ABV:
 
15%
Acidity:
 
3
Sweetness:
 
3
Body:
 
3
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
5
Best Temperature:
 
8-12°C

Awards/Ratings
frequently allocated/ strong scores on specialty sake sites and retailers

Tasting Note
Pronounced aromas of melon, green apple and white pear with floral notes. Silky, slightly sweet palate with gentle umami and balanced acidity; elegant, lingering, clean finish.

Food Pairing
Japanese: sashimi, sushi, tempura, miso-glazed fish, hot pot, yakitori. Western: oysters, scallops, seared white fish, grilled chicken, creamy cheeses (Brie/Camembert), light salads.

Production Method
Junmai Ginjo: rice milled ~40–50%, low-temperature ginjo fermentation with selected yeast; often pressed using nakadori (middle-press) and bottled chilled.

Vineyard Info
Made by Takagi Shuzo (Juyondai), founded 1615 in Murayama, Yamagata. Renowned for small-batch, premium, aromatic sake and strict sensory-driven production.