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Tenuta Guado al Tasso Il Bruciato 2022 is a modern interpretation of Bolgheri’s unique terroir made from carefully selected Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah grapes from Guado al Tasso’s vineyards. Tenuta Guado al Tasso Il Bruciato 2022 is an intense ruby red color. Its nose is intense and enticing with notes of currants, blackberries, delicate hints of vanilla and sweet spices. Excellent harmony on the palate where a fruity finish dominates and imparts good persistence and easy drinkability. -
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Founded in 1939, the Fuji brewery is managed by the 3rd generation Imaoka family in the town of Izumo. The town is famous for its shrine, Izumo Taisha, built in the 8th century. This shrine is regarded as the oldest and most important shrine in all of Japan. In its name, Izumo Fuji sake pays tribute to both this shrine and to Mt. Fuji, the most loved and revered symbol of Japan. The Imaoka family brews using old school and traditional methods without modern machines. They do everything by hand: steaming using an old-fashioned Japanese steamer, koji making, and pressing by fune press, or wooden vat, a very gentle method.It shows pineapple, candied sugar, subtle pear on the nose. On the palate it is juicy, soft and melting. -
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Comando G’s “village” wine, La Bruja de Rozas, is sourced from several vineyards in the vicinity of Las Rozas de Puerto Real. Pure Garnacha from granitic sand, La Bruja is perfumed and lively with plenty of fruit with a backbone of acidity and fine tannin. Hand-harvested, natural yeast fermentation and a long maceration followed by nine months in oak vats. -
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The brewery was established in 1902, and the Nanbu Bijin brand name came to be in 1951. The Iwate area used to be called Nanbu (South), and is a place rich with nature, abundant water and fertile soil. In Japan, most breweries of the time made quite rough, inelegant, sweet sake, but this brewery wanted to make clean & beautiful sake like a fair southern maiden. Hence, the name Nanbu Bijin, or Southern Beauty.
Made from 100% Yamada Nishiki rice, the label was designed to evoke the image of a single grain of this pure white Sakamai (sake rice). Has an elegant Ginjo aroma, an a pillowy mouthfeel. Splendidly balanced. -
- Toji (Master Brewer) Kenya Kudo has been making sake for 14 years and he has been a sake master for 9 years. One of the youngest toji in Japan.
- Obata Shuzo has won gold medals at the national sake competition for six years in a row. They also won the gold medal at the International Wine Challenge in London in 2007.
- Tasting note: Tropical nose of banana and plum juice, very fine, quite pure.Food Paring: Food and dishes with vinegar/vinaigrette. Slightly spicy food.
- Serving temp.: Chilled
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Fukucho Seaside Junmai Sparkling Sake is a unique and refreshing Japanese sparkling sake produced by Imada Shuzo, a renowned brewery located in Hiroshima Prefecture, Japan. This sake is made using traditional methods, with a focus on using local ingredients and a dedication to quality. Fukucho Seaside Junmai Sparkling Sake is made from high-quality Nakase Shinsenbon rice. The rice is polished to 70% of its original size. The sake is then brewed using natural spring water from the local area, which adds a unique mineral quality to the finished product. One of the most distinctive features of Fukucho Seaside Junmai Sparkling Sake is its effervescence. This sake is carbonated using a secondary fermentation process, which creates a fine and persistent bubble that adds a refreshing and lively texture to the drink. On the nose, Fukucho Seaside Junmai Sparkling Sake offers delicate and fruity aromas, with notes of lemon-lime and apple aromas with a soft, frothy finish This sparkling sake is versatile and pairs well with a variety of dishes, including sushi, sashimi, and other seafood dishes. It is also a great option for toasting or enjoying on its own as an aperitif. Overall, Fukucho Seaside Junmai Sparkling Sake is a beautifully crafted sake that offers a unique and refreshing drinking experience. Its delicate flavors and effervescence make it a great choice for any occasion. Sparkling sake made through secondary fermentation in bottle. Toji Miho Imada uses a little white koji in this sake, resulting in citrus notes and refreshing finish. Fukucho Seaside Sparkling Junmai Sake has crisp notes of lemon-lime and apple aromas with a soft, frothy finish. Pairs well with seafood. Try with West Coast oysters, spicy shellfish dishes or fruit-based desserts. -
Le G de Chateau Guiraud 2022 is a dry white wine made from grapes harvested at their optimum maturity on a dedicated plot selection. It is aged for 6 months on lees, half in stainless steel vats and half in barrels previously used for one wine, for the classified 1st Growth in 1855. Le G de Chateau Guiraud 2022 has a pale yellow color. On the nose the wine has notes of passion fruit and pink grapefruit. -
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The Tomita Brewery is one of Japan’s oldest breweries; it was founded in the 1540s and is now managed by the 15th generation president. Tomita is also one of the smallest sake producers, making just over 6,000 cases a year.Herbal & nutty on the nose and dry, green apple with a crisp finish on palate. it is best served chilled and paired with fish, sashimi and cocked vegetables. -
The only white wine made by the Fernández family, Alejairén draws its name from the combination of its creator Alejandro and its grape variety Airén. Alejairén Crianza 2020 has an intense straw-yellow color. Clean and brilliant. On the nose it has balsamic and toasted notes, gentle hints of stone fruit and attractive touches of anise and lantana. On the palate the wine has a full, smooth mouth-feel but very fresh. A delicious lingering finish with notes of roasted almonds and stone fruit coming through. -
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Heavensake is a a composition by acclaimed French Cellar Master, Regis Camus, in collaboration with Japan's most respected sake breweries. Heavensake Junmai Ginjo Azur has notes of milk chocolate, sweet nuts, rice pudding. Perfect sake for red wine/dry white wine drinkers. This delightful composition pairs creamy seafood linguine, shellfish, and oysters. -
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Mitsutake Brewery was found in 1688, Japan's "Genroku" era. Their corporate philosophy that "Sake Brewing is Human Development" and company motto "innovation from tradition" encourages them to strive to improve the quality of each and every product while protecting its origins. They aim to make delicious sake that enriches peoples feelings and brings them happiness. This sake is mellow with a rich umami and a light fruity aroma. Their koji is made not by machine, but by hand in small batches, using a traditional method of "koji hako" (or kōji boxes) to convey the pure flavors of the rice with strict quality control. -
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La Scolca Gavi Dei Gavi Black Label 2020 is a great example of Italian white wine, originating from the renowned Gavi region in Piedmont. La Scolca Gavi Dei Gavi Black Label 2020 offers a complex and intense aroma profile. It begins with a mix of fruit-driven scents of fresh apricots and lemon, and transitions into floral notes. The palate of this Gavi wine is marked by its pronounced flinty notes that are characteristic of the region’s wines. The experience is rounded off with subtle hints of almonds and hazelnut in the finish, adding depth and complexity to the flavor. La Scolca Gavi Dei Gavi Black Label 2020 pairs well with traditional white wine accompaniments such as fish, shellfish, and seafood, it also complements white meats such as roasted chicken and turkey. -
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Carpe Diem Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 is a red wine produced by the Carpe Diem Winery located in Napa Valley, California, USA. This wine is made entirely from Cabernet Sauvignon grapes grown in the vineyards of the valley, which are known for producing high-quality wine grapes due to the region's ideal climate and soil conditions. The wine has a dark ruby-red color and is characterized by its aroma of dark fruit, such as blackberries, cherries, and plums, along with hints of spice and oak. On the palate, it is described as being full-bodied and rich, with a velvety texture and flavors of blackcurrants, vanilla, and tobacco, with a long and elegant finish. Overall, Carpe Diem Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 is said to be a well-balanced and flavorful wine, suitable for pairing with red meat, game, and hearty dishes. -
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"The Heredity Pinot Noir is our reserve blend, for which we select some of our favorite barrels of a vintage and combine them in a way that we feel optimizes its aroma and mouthfeel. We have the latitude to keep tweaking until we wind up with a wine that we feel evokes the essence of the vintage in a balanced and complex manner"Winemaker Notes"If this were a car, it would be a Maserati… sensual lines, overt, expressive, and powerful. It has an aroma of black cherry, caramel, brown sugar, and thyme. Its savory on the palate and is rich, round, soft, yet structured. Its long brawny finish is accented with cola." -
The Cigar Cabernet Sauvignon is named after the unique cigar-shaped strip of rich terra rossa soil that defines the famous Coonawarra wine region. It is a contemporary medium to full bodied wine with rich fruit characters and soft round tannins, making it one of our most popular fine wines.Deep red to crimson in colour. A perfumed wine, displaying spice notes, lavender and violets, with fruit aromatics of warm strawberries, blackberries, and the quintessential note of sea-spray that the region is known for. Peppery, fresh and alive with youthful tannins, the moderate to long palate has intense red-purple cassis fruit. A delicious wine with all the hallmarks of Coonawarra Cabernet. -
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The Junmai sake is stored at low temperatures for more than a year for maturation. All of flavors and aromas are in harmony with each other. Top flight producer of clean, pristine, connoisseur sake. Midorikawa Shuzo won gold medals at Japan National Sake Competition in 2015, 2008, etc. Serving temp.: Serve chilled, at room temp., or luke-warm (nuru-kan). Tasting note: Clean, smooth, and gracious. Mild and refreshing acidity. Elegant aroma. Subtle nose of melon and ginger. All of the elements are well-balanced. -
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Domaine Huet is well known for the age worthy white wines made with Chenin Blanc. For many insiders, the argument over Vouvray’s greatest vineyard comes down to two sites: Le Mont and Clos du Bourg. Undisputably a grand cru vineyard, Le Mont enjoys a choice site on the Première Côte. With less clay and more stone than Le Haut-Lieu, Le Mont yields young wines of intense minerality. With age, the wines develop great length and finesse. This wine has notes of white flowers, citrus fruit and apple with great tension on the palate and a long mineral finish. Can be aged for at least 10-15 years. -
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Landmark Hop Kiln Estate Pinot Noir 2018 is a premium red wine made from Pinot Noir grapes grown in the Russian River Valley AVA of Sonoma County, California. The wine is characterized by its vibrant ruby color and complex aromas of black cherry, raspberry, and baking spices like cinnamon and clove. On the palate, the wine is medium-bodied with a silky texture and flavors of blackberry, black cherry, and vanilla. The wine has a long and elegant finish with soft tannins and a hint of oak. This wine is known for its balance between fruit and acidity, making it a versatile pairing for a variety of foods, including roasted chicken, grilled salmon, and mushroom risotto. Overall, Landmark Hop Kiln Estate Pinot Noir 2018 is a high-quality wine that showcases the terroir of the Russian River Valley AVA and the winemaking expertise of Landmark Vineyards. -
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Fukucho Moon on the Water Junmai Ginjo is a premium Japanese sake brewed by one of Japan's only female brewery owners and tojis. Produced by Imada Shuzo, a sake brewery located in the Hiroshima prefecture, the birthplace of Ginjo sake, which is known for remarkably soft water that requires expert skill to use in sake production. This sake is made using high-quality Yamada Nishikii rice, which is polished to a ratio of 55%, resulting in a refined and delicate flavor. The notes of Fukucho Moon on the Water Junmai Ginjo is floral and fruity like lime and melon with bold hints of fennel, white pepper and allspice. The flavors gravitate to ripe cantaloupe and anise while the minerality from the soft water is evident in the finish. Overall, Fukucho Moon on the Water Junmai Ginjo is a premium sake that is highly valued by sake enthusiasts for its unique and nuanced flavor profile. It is best served chilled and can be enjoyed on its own or paired with a variety of Japanese dishes, including sushi, sashimi, and grilled seafood. Its delicate and refined taste makes it a perfect example of the high-quality and traditional craftsmanship that is synonymous with Japanese sake. Fukucho Moon on the Water Junmai Ginjo is brewed by one of Japan's only female brewery owners and tojis. Brewed in Hiroshima, the birthplace of Ginjo sake, which is known for remarkably soft water that requires expert skill to use in sake production. Once mastered, it enables a highly controlled, precise fermentation, resulting in vibrant fruit aromas. This Junmai Ginjo is bottled immediately without charcoal filtering. Fukucho Moon on the Water Junmai Ginjo has a fruity nose of lime and melon with bold hints of fennel, white pepper and allspice. The flavors gravitate to ripe cantaloupe and anise while the minerality from the soft water is evident in the finish. It pairs well with sweet, succulent shellfish like lobster and scallops, but surprising pairings like bittersweet chocolate work, too. -
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Montagny is the most southern of the Côte Chalonnaise villages and lies at the border of the Mâconnais. Domaine Faiveley Montagny 2020 has clear pale yellow colors with a fresh nose combining floral and mineral notes. The palate is concentrated, well-balanced and taut with a pleasant freshness and good aromatic persistency on the finish. -
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Subtle hint of umami rich kombu dashi with slight pepperiness ending in warm aroma freshly cooked rice. Dry and bright acidity reminiscent of a Gruner Veltliner or Sancerre followed by rich savoriness with a slight hint of ripe banana in the finish. Savory finish that cleanses the pallet for the next bite. -
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Donnafugata Dolce & Gabbana Rosa 2022Made with indigenous grapes Nerello Mascalese and Nocera, with only 12.5% abv, this refreshing pale wine is floral with notes of red currant, dried sage, and a smoky mineral finish. Perfect for Valentine's Day!Rosa 2022 is a collaboration between top Sicilian producer Donnafugata and fashion company Dolce & Gabbana. The label is inspired by the iconic Sicilian cart (see picture below), which represents the island’s craftsmanship, culture, and tradition. Shop now! Sale price with limited availability! -
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The vines on the appellation Chablis spread over 12 hectares, situated at the heart of the Chablisian vineyard. This wine is aged in stainless steel tanks so as to respect the typicity of the appellation. Our Chablis are characterized by their freshness, power and tenacity. Their bouquet displays a dominance of mineral notes, which are often associated with delicate touches of citrus fruit (lemon and grapefruit). -
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Dassai 45 Junmai Daiginjo is a premium Japanese sake that is highly regarded for its exceptional quality and complex flavor profile. It is produced by the Asahi Shuzo Brewery, located in the Yamaguchi Prefecture of Japan, using only the finest rice and water. Junmai refers to sake that is made purely from rice, water, yeast, and koji. Daiginjo is a classification of sake that indicates it is made from highly polished rice (at least 50% of the outer layer of the rice grain is removed) and fermented at low temperatures for an extended period of time. Dassai 45 Junmai Daiginjo is made using Yamada Nishiki rice, which is considered one of the best sake rice varieties in Japan. It has a polished ratio of 45%. This allows for a rich and complex flavor profile with a smooth, clean finish. The sake is characterized by a delicate aroma and a balanced sweetness, with notes of pear, honeydew, and white peach. Overall, Dassai 45 Junmai Daiginjo is a highly sought-after sake that is often served as a special occasion drink or as a gift to those who appreciate fine sake. It pairs well with a variety of Japanese cuisine, particularly seafood dishes and lighter fare. -
Destemming, 48 hours cold maceration and spontaneous fermentation with maceration of 25 days at controlled temperature. Aged 14 month in Tonneaux. Before bottling,the wine does a little passage in concrete and then refines at least 6 months in bottle. -
Robust and generous, this Gigondas is characterised by its power and structured tannins.E. Guigal Gigondas 2019 has a purple color with intense nose dominated by peach and apricot with liquorice and notes of undergrowth. On the palate the wine is generous, powerful and full-bodied with a long elegant finish. -
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The Hojo Biden Yamahai Junmai is a bold sake designed to match the rich flavors of the local Fukuoka cuisine. Brewed a touch sweeter than a common sake, the off dry flavor is balanced by a stronger alcohol presence of 16-17% and higher than average acid from the yamahai brewing process. Aged for 2 years in bottle before release to allow the flavors to mellow and harmonize. It has notes of honey, almonds, and vanilla lead to a balanced palate. The sweetness and acidity give this Sake body and depth, which make it the perfect match for rich cuisines like grilled mackerel, miso marinated pork loin, or spicy hot pot. -
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Senkin Modern Muku is the brewery’s flagship brand, brewed 100% with local Sakura city Yamada Nishiki rice. Part of their “modern” series (meaning that it was brewed with modern methods), the brewery touts this as their daily drinking sake - one that fits in your class as comfortably as wearing a clean white shirt. Muku, meaning pure or innocent, refers to a lack of excessive embellishment in the sake. It has a sharp, vibrantly fruity flavor with a well-balanced umami heft, and the brewery encourages drinkers to try enjoying their sake out of Boudreaux wine glasses to maximize the sensory potential of the brew. Food Pairings: Scallop with grapefruit salad, mozzarella and tomato salad, insalata di mare (Italian Seafood Salad), seafood aspic, sea urchin mousse, poached white asparagus, sashimi of thinly sliced white flesh fish with ponzu, shrimp cake with lemon garnish -
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Tatenokawa was the first Sake Brewery in Yamagata who decided to brew exclusively Junmai Daiginjo class sake, and hope to continue to do so while providing their high quality merchandise at an affordable price.Tatenyan (who is a modeled after an actual cat who lives at the brewery) is the Tatenokawa's official mascot. One day she snuck into the brewery as a stray and has lived there ever since.With a reserved aroma, well balanced rice umami and a round flavor, Tatenyan Junmai Daiginjo is great served chilled or at room temperature with sushi, sashimi, or grilled fish. This sake also pairs well with sparsely seasoned meat dishes like pork shabu shabu and yakitori with salt. -
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Imayo Tsukasa IMA Junmai Sake has refreshing fruity aroma upfront with cleansing acidity with a slight briny and mineral finish. It was also special brewed to pair well with oysters. The sake is gentle sweet with sour tones. It's made with a special yeast that cultivates manic acid, which enhance the body's ability to absorb the oysters nutrients. -
The epitome of purity, this sake is more subtle and nuanced than most highly aromatic Junmai Daiginjos. It is based on the ideals of Zen Buddhism and "wabi-sabi," the belief that beauty within the arts should be as understated and pure as a simple strand of pearls. One of two sakes brewed in exactly the same way with the same ingredients, except this one is a Junmai Daignjo and Tears of Dawn has added distilled alcohol to open up aromatics. Aromas of white flower and Asian pear followed by clean flavors of honeydew, lemon, and a hint of licorice. Finishes elegantly with rich minerality and rice texture. This is a great sipping sake but also a wonderful companion to scallops, pork, and light meats. -
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Born Muroka Nama Genshu Junmai Daiginjo is a premium Japanese sake produced by the Katoukichibee Brewery, located in the Fukui Prefecture in Japan. It is made using the traditional brewing method and only the finest ingredients, including high-quality rice, water, yeast, and koji. Born Muroka Nama Genshu Junmai Daiginjo is an unpasteurized (nama) and undiluted (genshu) sake, which means it is bottled directly after fermentation without any additional processing. This gives the sake a more full-bodied and intense flavor profile, with a higher alcohol content than most sakes and also gives it a slightly fruity and floral aroma, with notes of pear, melon, and honeysuckle. Born Muroka Nama Genshu Junmai Daiginjo is best served chilled and pairs well with a variety of Japanese cuisine, particularly rich and flavorful dishes. It is also a popular sake for sipping on its own, as it is a full-bodied and complex sake with a smooth and lingering finish. Overall, Born Muroka Nama Genshu Junmai Daiginjo is a highly sought-after sake that is often served as a special occasion drink or paired with fine cuisine. The unique unpasteurized and undiluted nature of the sake, along with its use of high-quality Yamada Nishiki rice, makes it a favorite among sake enthusiasts. -
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Pommery Brut Royal is the essence of the Pommery style: liveliness, fresh, finesse. From 40 selected villages in the Côte des Blancs and Montagne de Reims and other areas in the Champagne region where the liveliness and delicacy of the chardonnay grape is enhanced by the climate.
Pale yellow with faint green highlights. Lively and cheerful, fresh, light-hearted, fine, delicate and generous. Elegant and lively. Small assertive notes of red fruits. A rounded, rich, delicate wine that lingers in the mouth. In short, a clean taste with no dryness. A very smooth wine which never wanes on the palate. -
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Château de Ferrand 2018 has a deep garnet color. The nose is expressive and flattering, with red fruits notes such as raspberry or wild strawberry. Then, hints of violets and toasted hazelnuts are revealed. On the palate, it is a voluptuous, gourmet and silky wine with a very airy finish, carried by the fruit. This 2018 is in line with the greatest vintages such as 2010 and 2016. -
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Dassai 39 Junmai Daiginjo is a premium Japanese sake produced by the Asahi Shuzo Brewery, located in Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan. It is known for its delicate and refined flavor profile, and is considered one of the finest examples of Junmai Daiginjo sake. Junmai refers to sake that is made purely from rice, water, yeast, and koji. Daiginjo is a classification of sake that indicates it is made from highly polished rice (at least 50% of the outer layer of the rice grain is removed) and fermented at low temperatures for an extended period of time. Dassai 39 Junmai Daiginjo is made using Yamada Nishiki rice, which is widely regarded as one of the best sake rice varieties in Japan. The rice is polished to a ratio of 39%. This polishing process removes impurities and results in a clean and crisp flavor profile with a delicate aroma. The sake is characterized by a mild sweetness and a smooth, refreshing finish. It is often served chilled and pairs well with a variety of Japanese cuisine, particularly seafood dishes. Overall, Dassai 39 Junmai Daiginjo is a highly-regarded sake that is prized for its exceptional quality and refined flavor profile. It is often considered a premium sake and is frequently served on special occasions or given as a gift to those who appreciate fine sake.
