Tasting Notes

This sake has a sublime and wonderful aroma that is gentle and soft, yet has depth and presence, resulting in an impressive taste.

Overview

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

Food Pairings: Pairs well with white fish, carpaccio, cheese dishes, and dishes with extra virgin olive oil.

Awards

12th (2000) International Sake Festival (London, UK): 1st Grand Prix

TEXSOM International Wine Awards 2016: Award of Excellence (1st in the world)

IWC (International Wine Challenge) 2016: Fukui Junmai Daiginjo Trophy

Delicious Sake in a Wine Glass Awards 2018: Grand Gold Award

London Sake Challenge 2019: Platinum Award

Milan Sake Challenge 2022: Double Gold Award

Las Vegas Global Wine Awards 2022: Platinum Award

SFIWC (San Francisco International Wine Competition) 2022: Double Gold Medal (Grand Gold Award)

2023 Los Angeles International Wine Competition: Best of Class (Grand Gold Award)

2024 Los Angeles International Wine Competition: Best of Class (Grand Gold Award)

Specifications

Class: Junmai Daiginjo

Rice: Special AAA Grade Yamada Nishiki (Kakemai: Special AAA Grade Yamada Nishiki / Gohyakumangoku)

Rice-Polishing Ratio: 35%

ABV: 16%

Size: 720ml