Kankoubai Junmai Daiginjo Kousui Ume Sake

Category:
 
Sake
Sub-Category:  
 
Sake
Producer:
 
Kankoubai
Label Name:
 
Junmai Daiginjo Kousui Ume Sake
Country:
 
Japan
Region:
 
Mie Prefecture
Volume:
 
720ml
ABV:
 
11.5%
Acidity:
 
3
Sweetness:
 
3
Body:
 
3
Length:
 
3
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
10-15°C

Awards/Ratings
Kankoubai's Junmai Daiginjo range has received regional and national recognition and has been listed in JAL international lounges

Tasting Note
A fragrant umeshu with ripe plum, green apple and light floral notes over elegant rice umami; silky-sweet entry, fine acidity and gentle spice, clean dry finish.

Food Pairing
Western: grilled chicken, roasted duck, soft cheeses, salads. Asian: sashimi, tempura, yakitori, teriyaki dishes, light soy-based salads.

Production Method
Maceration of Inabe ume in a Junmai Daiginjo sake (Sekitori rice) with rock sugar; rested/aged to marry fruit and rice flavours.

Vineyard Info
Kankoubai Shuzo (寒紅梅酒造), founded 1854 in Tsu, Mie. Small traditional brewery known for premium Junmai Daiginjo and collaborations with Mie University.