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Orin Swift Abstract 2021 has aromas of muddled blue and blackberries with a frame of dark chocolate brownie and seasoned leather. On the palate the wine has notes of ripe plum, boysenberry. Grippy, chewy tannins, the wine closes with pleasing sarsaparilla and blackcurrant. -
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Ohmine 3Grain Yamadanishiki is Ohmine's entry level Junmai Daiginjo, having a sweet and rich aroma of white peaches, and is created with layers of minerality. The aroma is that of greenery, like when you stand in the Akiyoshidai grassland of Yamaguchi. Tastes of muscat and pineapple are well balanced with minerality, giving way to a finish that is both bitter like Matcha, and sweet, like coconut.
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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. -
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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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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. -
- 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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Les Arums de Lagrange Bordeaux Blanc 2020 has a pale yellow color with intense aromas of tropical fruit, pineapple, citrus and white peach. The attack is lively, with a generous midpalate, and a pleasant roundness in the mouth, thanks to the ageing on lees and the 17% of Sémillon that was especially good in 2020. Tangy and beautifully balanced, this wine is ready to drink for those who enjoy fresh fruit sensations. It should continue to delight our palates up until 2026. -
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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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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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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Château Gazin is located on the north-eastern part of the Pomerol plateau in Bordeaux, between Châteaux Petrus and Lafleur-Gazin, on a terroir of gravel with a subsoil of blue and green clay with iron oxides. L’Hospitalet de Gazin, the second wine of Château Gazin, has been produced since 1986 from the fruit of younger vines. It is an elegant, supple, charming wine, that can be enjoyed after just a few years in bottle. Expect lovely aromas of black plum, ripe cassis and cedar, and the palate was very smooth with a savory finish. -
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Established in 1830 with the motto of "quality first". Brewing sake is making rice. Not only do they focus on obtaining high quality sake rice, they dedicate time and effort in their labs to increase said rice's quality. Their efforts do not stop there however - in order to help sustain the environment, they implement the ISO14000 system of environmental sustainability, and also participate in various activities to preserve their natural surroundings. Additionally, they hold tea ceremonies, concerts, and cultural events for the local community. The goal is to make a fun, sustainable, and ultimately enjoyable environment with sake. In pursuit of a impact-laden, magnificent new flavor, the long-beloved brewers of the famous Kubota sake lineup crafted this fine Junmai Daiginjo. Has an elegant nose with notes of pear and melon, with a harmonious acidity and pleasant mouthfeel. Kubota's distinctive smooth and clean texture and crisp flavor lead into a comfortably long finish.
