Hitakami Nakadori Hyotan Junmai Daiginjo Black Hirako Shuzo | 平孝酒造 (日高見)
Hitakami Nakadori Hyotan Junmai Daiginjo Black Hirako Shuzo | 平孝酒造 (日高見)
Hirako Shuzo | 平孝酒造 (日高見)

Hitakami Nakadori Hyotan Junmai Daiginjo Black

$105.00 USD

Tasting Notes

Big and gorgeous on the nose, filled with aromas of ripe apple, steamed rice, chestnut, lychee, and fresh grass. Assertive on the palate, with a sharpness that reflects the Genshu nature. Bold and demanding of attention, it offers plenty of acidity with a complex, savory finish that tails off cleanly. Aged in-bottle completely undiluted, this sake is made exclusively from the Nakadori (middle) portion of the pressing process, which is considered the best tasting, most delicate, and elegant portion of the press. The Yamada Nishiki rice used is Toku-A grade—the highest grade available from Hyogo's rice harvests—and is harvested from the famed fields of the Toujo District. Only 2000 bottles are produced each year.

Specifications

Class: Junmai Daiginjo
Rice: Yamada Nishiki
Style: Genshu
Rice-Polishing Ratio: 40%
ABV: 16.5%
Size: 720ml

Overview

Food Pairings: This sake can certainly be served on its own, but would be lovely with a touch of fat. Consider pairing with savory egg custard and asparagus in the spring, or squash in the winter. It also complements sea bream or madai in winter, fatty tuna, or fall bluefish, whether served raw or lightly cooked. An assertive salad, such as one with bitter greens or a creamy Caesar dressing, would also sing with this sake.

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.

Customer Reviews

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Kyle

Rich, layered, and wonderfully smooth, this deep umami warmth balanced with a gentle sweetness. Every sip feels comforting yet refined, like a quiet evening with good company. A bottle I’d happily open again and again.