Born Gokuhizo Junmai Daiginjo Kato Kichibee Shoten | 加藤吉平商店 (梵)
Kato Kichibee Shoten | 加藤吉平商店 (梵)

Born Gokuhizo Junmai Daiginjo

$96.00 USD

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Tasting Notes

Born Gokuhizo was first produced in 1968 with a 40% rice polishing ratio, an incredible achievement given the rice polishing technology of the time. While breweries then were submitting competition-grade sake with a 50% polishing ratio, Born Gokuhizo stood out as the first commercially available Junmai Daiginjo in Japan. Today, with advancements in rice polishing, it is crafted with a 35% polishing ratio. This sake offers a splendid blend of fresh and dried fruits, florals, spices, and earthiness on the nose. The palate is smooth, round, and lush, with a broad structure and impactful layers of complexity, showcasing the signature qualities of Born sake.

Awards

2002: 14th International Sake Festival, Sake Art Award & 1st Place Grand Prix

2022: International Wine Challenge, Gold

2023: Los Angeles International Wine Competition, Best of Class

2023: Texsom Awards, Gold
Specifications

Class: Junmai Daiginjo
Rice: Yamada Nishiki
Rice-Polishing Ratio: 35%
ABV: 16%
Size: 720ml
Overview

Brewery: Kato Kichibee Shoten
Founded: 1860
Brewery Location: Fukui

Food Pairings: Pairs well with dishes featuring butter, cheese, and olive oil, as well as traditional Japanese cuisine.
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The Essence of Fine Sake

We highlight these timeless elements.
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Origin & Terroir

Brewed in traditional sake breweries, shaped by pure water and unique climate.
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Rice Polishing

Polished to the core for a clean, refined flavor in every sip.
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Classic Grades

From Daiginjo to Junmai, each bottle follows time-honored classifications.
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Versatile Enjoyment

Refreshing when chilled, rich when warmed — savor sake in every season.
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