Shuhari Mushashugyo Senkin

Category:
 
Sake
Sub-Category:  
 
Sake
Producer:
 
Shuhari
Label Name:
 
Mushashugyo Senkin
Country:
 
Japan
Region:
 
Tochigi Prefecture (Sakura City)
Volume:
 
720ml
ABV:
 
14%
Acidity:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
2
Body:
 
3
Length:
 
3
Aroma Intensity:
 
3
Best Temperature:
 
8-12°C

Awards/Ratings
covered in Japanese press (GOETHE, sake reviews)

Tasting Note
Earthy, umami-driven profile with baked apple, cereal and light lactic acidity; subtle woody/oxidative notes from barrel aging, medium body and a clean, slightly lingering finish.

Food Pairing
Sushi/sashimi, grilled mackerel, miso‑glazed black cod, tempura, yakitori, pork‑belly ramen, roasted mushrooms, aged Comté or Manchego, smoked salmon, charcuterie.

Production Method
Edo‑style/kimoto (生もと) starter, brewed with kura‑native yeast, organic Kame‑no‑o rice, wooden‑barrel fermentation; unfiltered genshu with hi‑ire (pasteurization).

Vineyard Info
A collaboration release from the 'Musha Shugyo' series: Senkin Shuzo (Tochigi) produced the sake with brewer Hidehiko Matsumoto (formerly of Sawaya Matsumoto / Shuhari). Limited, small‑batch release.