Banshu Ikkon 'Yamada Nishiki' Junmai Daiginjo Sanyohai Brewery | 山陽盃酒造 (播州一献)
Sanyohai Brewery | 山陽盃酒造 (播州一献)

Banshu Ikkon 'Yamada Nishiki' Junmai Daiginjo

$99.99 USD

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Tasting Notes

Crafted with the finest Grade A Yokowa Yamada Nishiki rice milled to 35%, this Junmai Daiginjo from Sanyohai Brewery embodies elegance and restraint. Subtle aromas of underripe melon give way to tropical notes of dragonfruit and lychee, offering a refined and delicate flavor profile. Despite the rich potential of its premium ingredients, this sake leans towards a more understated, welcoming character—perfect for both food pairing and quiet contemplation.

This Banshu Ikkon Junmai Daiginjo captures the essence of Hyogo's legendary sake rice with a gentle, refined expression, making it an exceptional choice for connoisseurs and culinary enthusiasts alike.

Specifications

Class: Junmai Daiginjo
Rice: Grade A Yokowa Yamada Nishiki (Hyogo Prefecture)
Rice-Polishing Ratio: 35%
Yeast: Kyokai #901
Water: Soft Hyonosen Mountain Water
ABV: 15%

Overview

Food Pairings: Pairs beautifully with slices of toro fatty tuna, beef carpaccio, wagyu beef tataki, or lightly seasoned seafood dishes. Its subtle fruit profile also complements delicate appetizers and creamy textures.

The Essence of Fine Sake

Four dimensions that shape how sake is made, understood, and enjoyed.

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Place & Provenance

Local water, rice, climate, and brewing traditions give each region its distinct character.

Polished sake rice grains resting in a brewer's hand

Rice Polishing

Polishing removes the grain’s outer layers, helping shape aroma, texture, and style.

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Sake Designations

Junmai, Ginjo, Daiginjo, and other designations reflect ingredients, rice polishing, and brewing methods.

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Versatile Enjoyment

Explore sake across temperatures, pairings, occasions, and seasons.