Tatenokawa 18 Junmai Daiginjo

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Tasting Notes

A true gem that embodies the absolute essence of luxury. This ultra-refined sake opens with magnificent, inviting aromatics of ripe pear and a whisper of delicate tropical fruit. On the palate, it delivers a deep, silky richness and a natural, elegant sweetness that is impeccably balanced. The finish is remarkably clean, brilliant, and sophisticated, never overwhelming the senses. Best enjoyed chilled, it is an exquisite pairing companion for premium sushi, delicate sashimi, and light seafood dishes.

Specifications

Class: Junmai Daiginjo
Rice: Yamada Nishiki
Rice-Polishing Ratio: 18%
ABV: 15%~16%
Size: 720ml

Overview

Founded in 1832 in Yamagata Prefecture, Tatenokawa Shuzo is highly revered for its strict dedication to producing exclusively Junmai Daiginjo sake. The "Tatenokawa 18" represents the absolute pinnacle of their craftsmanship. It is brewed using premium Yamada Nishiki rice polished down to an astonishing 18% of its original size, an extreme, time-consuming process that completely strips away impurities. Furthermore, this masterpiece is exclusively a "Nakadori" (middle-cut) press. This means only the purest, most balanced, and highest-quality portion of the pressed sake is captured and bottled. The result is a liquid of unparalleled clarity and complexity.

About the Brewery

Tatenokawa Shuzo Co., Ltd.

楯の川酒造株式会社

Founded in Sakata in 1832, Tatenokawa began sake brewing in 1854 and has focused on junmai daiginjo since 2010.

Founded

1832

Location

Sakata, Yamagata, Japan

Brewing philosophy

It seeks sake as close to pure as possible from rice, koji, yeast and water, sourcing from known growers, milling in-house and concentrating on a single premium category to improve quality.

SAKEZEN

Brewery Signature

• sacred spring
• shield crest
• pure rice daiginjo

Aromatic expression

Restrained Lifted

Rice character

Delicate Pronounced

Acidity

Rounded Bright

Polished and transparent, retaining rice sweetness and umami inside a clean, easy-to-read junmai-daiginjo frame.

SAKEZEN Team View is an editorial interpretation of official producer information, informed by our tasting perspective. Axis positions are qualitative, not laboratory measurements. Individual releases and personal impressions may vary.