Kitaya 39 Shizuku Shibori Junmai Daiginjo Kitaya Co., Ltd. | 株式会社喜多屋
Kitaya 39 Shizuku Shibori Junmai Daiginjo Kitaya Co., Ltd. | 株式会社喜多屋
Kitaya Co., Ltd. | 株式会社喜多屋

Kitaya 39 Shizuku Shibori Junmai Daiginjo

$110.00 USD

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Tasting Notes

This exquisite sake presents aromas of wild strawberries and plums with hints of honeysuckle, golden raisin, and minerals. It is structured and nuanced on the palate with toasty flavors of baked stone fruits and almond flower. The experience concludes with cherry blossom and a touch of earth on the silky finish. It is best enjoyed chilled and served in stemware to fully appreciate its complex, competition-level aromatic profile.

Specifications

Region: Fukuoka Prefecture, Kyushu
Class: Junmai Daiginjo
Special Process: Shizuku Shibori (Gravity-draw method)
Rice: Yamada-Nishiki
Rice-Polishing Ratio: 39%
SMV (Sake Meter Value): +1.0
ABV: 15–16%
Serving Temperature: Chilled (Room temperature is also acceptable)
Size: 720ml

Overview

Translating to "Pleasureful Family" in English, Kitaya 39 is a competition-spec Junmai Daiginjo that represents the pinnacle of Kyushu's brewing craftsmanship. It is produced using premium Yamada-Nishiki sake-brewing rice that has been meticulously milled to 39%. What truly sets this exceptional sake apart is its special extraction process: it is a shizuku shibori sake, meaning it is extracted solely by gravity-draw. This delicate, pressure-free technique ensures the purest, most elegant liquid is collected, delivering an unmatched sensory experience.

Awards:

  • 90 Points (Excellent, Highly Recommended) – Ultimate Wine Challenge 2016

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