Tenko 40 Junmai Daiginjo Kodama Brewing | 小玉醸造 (太平山)
Tenko 40 Junmai Daiginjo Kodama Brewing | 小玉醸造 (太平山)
Kodama Brewing | 小玉醸造 (太平山)

Tenko 40 Junmai Daiginjo

$66.00 USD

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Tasting Notes

This remarkable Junmai Daiginjo opens with an exquisite, aromatic bouquet of fragrant summer flowers, elegantly interwoven with bright hints of fresh tropical fruit and citrus. On the palate, it reveals a remarkably smooth, full-bodied texture enriched with crisp apple flavors and a deeply layered richness. Uncharacteristically robust for a Daiginjo, it maintains a beautiful structural elegance and a clean, slightly dry finish that lingers gracefully. It pairs wonderfully with a wide spectrum of dishes, making it an extraordinary companion for everything from delicate sushi and sashimi to richer tempura, grilled meats, and flavorful fish.

Specifications

Region: Akita Prefecture, Japan
Class: Junmai Daiginjo
Rice: Yamada Nishiki
Rice-Polishing Ratio: 40%
SMV: +2
Acidity: 1.5
ABV: 16%
Size: 720ml

Overview

Brewed by the esteemed Kodama Brewing in Akita Prefecture, "Tenko" poetically translates to "Heavenly Grace," reflecting the pristine natural resources of its origin. This exceptional sake is meticulously crafted using premium Yamada Nishiki rice polished to 40% and Akita's signature AK-1 yeast, renowned for producing highly aromatic, sophisticated profiles. Showcasing the brewery's historic dedication to quality, this sake offers a dynamic versatility rarely found in its class.

Awards:

  • 2026 SAKE COMPETITION – 3rd Place / Gold (Junmai Daiginjo Category)
  • Monde Selection – Grand Gold Quality Award (最高金賞)
  • U.S. National Sake Appraisal – Gold Award

The Essence of Fine Sake

Four dimensions that shape how sake is made, understood, and enjoyed.

Clear spring water flowing from a bamboo spout at a rural Japanese sake brewery

Place & Provenance

Local water, rice, climate, and brewing traditions give each region its distinct character.

Polished sake rice grains resting in a brewer's hand

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

Explore sake across temperatures, pairings, occasions, and seasons.