Kato Kichibee Shoten | 加藤吉平商店 (梵)

Born Tokusen Junmai Daiginjo

$65.00 USD

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Tasting Notes

Born Tokusen delivers a graceful drinking experience from start to finish. On the nose, it offers a mature grapefruit aroma, subtly layered with floral and mineral tones. Featuring a medium body with a satin-like texture, the palate is silky, clean, and quietly complex, revealing the sake's confident balance of freshness and age. Best enjoyed chilled to highlight its aromatic refinement and smooth character. It pairs exceptionally well with delicate Japanese cuisine as well as richer dishes featuring butter, cheese, or olive oil, serving as a perfect bridge between traditional elegance and modern culinary pairings.

Specifications

Region: Fukui Prefecture, Japan
Class: Junmai Daiginjo
Style: Aged (2 years at 0°C)
Rice: Yamada Nishiki
Rice Polishing Ratio: 38%
ABV: 16%
Serving Temperature: Chilled
Available Size: 720 ml

Overview

Crafted by the esteemed Kato Kichibee Shoten, Born Tokusen captures the spirit of quiet luxury, refined, balanced, and memorable. This exceptional Junmai Daiginjo is aged for a minimum of two years at 0°C (32°F). This meticulous ice-temperature aging process allows the sake to develop nuanced depth and a whisper-soft integration while retaining its pristine elegance. Delightfully debonair and sophisticated without being overbearing, it is ideal for those seeking true finesse in every sip.

Awards:

Gold Medal – Los Angeles International Wine Competition
Gold Medal – U.S. National Sake Appraisal

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.

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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

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