• Mizubasho Junmai Daiginjo Yukihotaka (500ml)
  • Mizubasho Junmai Daiginjo Yukihotaka (500ml)

Mizubasho Junmai Daiginjo Yukihotaka (500ml) 水芭蕉 純米大吟醸 雪ほたか

Fine Sake Award 2020

Fresh fruit-driven aromas with a burst of floral notes on the entry and an astounding clarity on the finish. Yuki Hotaka, a strain of the Koshihikari rice varietal, is cultivated in the rice fields of Kawaba, next to the brewery.

地元の川場村を代表する、幻のお米「雪ほたか」を、蔵に隣接する田んぼで栽培しています。蔵のすぐそばで栽培された雪ほたかを使用することで、川場村のテロワールを見事に表現した日本酒。フレッシュな果実を思わせるアロマに、花のような香りがはじけます。

style
floral and fruity
availability
year round
on the palate
balanced sweetness with umami and acidity
on the nose
mango and melon
RPR (Rice Polishing Ratio)
50%
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A fine expression of the Terroir of Kawaba due to the use of Yukitotaka grown in such close proximity to the brewery.

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Characteristics特徴

Prefecture
gunma
Rice
yuki hotaka
Alcohol
15%
SMV (Sake Meter Value)
+6
Acidity
1.7
Water Source
subsoil water originating from mt. hotaka
Yeast
gunma kaze yeast

How to enjoy楽しみ方

Recommended pairings
fresh crab and shellfish | light pasta
Serving temperature
11°-16°
Serving vessels
white wine glass

Nagai Shuzo永井酒造株式会社

Nagai Sake was established in 1886 by founder Shoji Nagai who fell in love with the rich natural beauty and pure spring water of Kawaba Village. The beautiful landscape, the changes of the four seasons, the flowing streams and the warm hearts of the villagers make this a place one remembers forever. From generations past Nagai Shuzo will continue to be thankful and respectful of this beautiful land and its precious resources. Nagai-san & his team are fully devoted to integrating nature, culture, history, and people in the brewing Mizubasho 水芭蕉　sakes, and aspire to support the community and people of Kawaba Village.
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