Toyo Bijin Asian Beauty - Ichiban Matoi Junmai Daiginjo Sumikawa Shuzojo | 澄川酒造場 (东洋美人)
Sumikawa Shuzojo | 澄川酒造場 (东洋美人)

Toyo Bijin Asian Beauty - Ichiban Matoi Junmai Daiginjo

$69.99 USD

Tasting Notes

The Ichiban Matoi is a beautifully dense and complex sake, offering notes of fresh tropical fruits such as melon, papaya, and strawberry. The sake's gorgeous aromatics are matched by a soft, pleasantly off-dry flavor, balanced by a light acidity. This medium-full-bodied sake is both bracing and lively, representing a racy example of the Daiginjo category. It is enjoyable on its own or pairs well with lighter fare like fluke, salted and grilled vegetables, and even fresh fruit for a pleasantly surprising pairing.

Specifications

Brewery: Sumikawa Shuzo
Prefecture: Yamaguchi
Rice: Yamada Nishiki, milled to 40%
Yeast: In House Yeast
Acidity: 1.5
ABV: 16%
Size: 720ml

Overview

Food Pairings: Pairs well with fluke, salted and grilled vegetables, and fresh fruit.

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.