Kiminoi Emperor Well Yamahai Junmai Ginjo
Kiminoi Emperor Well Yamahai Junmai Ginjo is produced by a traditional time-consuming method for preparing yeast starter called “Yamahai”, which gives elusive “Umami” or richness and fullness of the flavor. This sake is complex, deep, layered flavors, grainy and earthy, elegant clean finish. Try it with roasted chicken, pork chops, tempura, charcoal-grilled seafood, mushroom risotto.
Kir-Yianni Naoussa Cuvee Villages 2020
Kir-Yianni Naoussa Cuvee Villages 2020 has a garnet red, typical color to Xinomavro. Vibrant red and black fruit on the nose, with aromas of strawberry, cherry, and plums. A crisp and fruit-forward mouth with delicate notes of sweet spices and tobacco. Medium body with good acidity and smooth tannins adding structure and leading to a pleasant finish.
Kirin-Zan Classic Sake Magnum
Dry, clean, light-bodied and well-refined. This is a representative of the TanreiKarakuchi sake made in Niigata, the heartland of Japanese premium sake production. Kirinzan Shuzo is located near Mt. Kirin (= Kirin-zan) in Tsugawa, Niigata. Kirin is a mythical creature much like a flying unicorn, is believed to bring about happiness and luck. Food pairing:
- Matches well with most of Japanese dishes, especially when served room temp or lukewarm, including raw/lightly grilled fish and shrimps, tofu, simmered vegetable, and sunomono.
- Bacon-wrapped Scallops - “The Classic” is paired with the soft, rich, nuttiness of the seared Sea Scallop because of the ricey, nutty aromas of the sake. The crispy, salty outer rim of seared bacon needs the strong more intensely forward flavors that the sake provides.
- Other recommendations: Trout Amandine, Roasted chestnuts, Terrine of foie-gras, Sea urchin carbonara, Pear and frangipane tart.
Kirin-Zan Junmai Daiginjo Sake
Kirin-Zan Junmai Daiginjo Sake Magnum
Kirin-Zan Junmai Daiginjo Sake is a premium sake that is made using carefully selected Gohyakumangoku rice, which is polished to a ratio of 45%, resulting in a refined and delicate flavor profile. It is brewed in the Niigata Prefecture in Japan, a region known for producing some of the best sake in the country. The tasting note of Kirin-Zan Junmai Daiginjo Sake is citrusy, floral, earthy aroma laced with cedar and cider with a hint of smoke. Medium to light bodied. Dry, intense, and balanced; soft creamy texture with a round finish of concentrated Bosc pears. It has a refreshing finish, making it a perfect accompaniment to sushi, sashimi, and other Japanese dishes. Overall, Kirin-Zan Junmai Daiginjo Sake is a high-quality, premium sake that is perfect for those who appreciate the nuanced and complex flavors of this traditional Japanese beverage. The recommended service temperature is chilled.
Kirin-Zan Junmai Sake
Kirin-Zan Junmai Sake
- Dry, clean sake with herbal and minty aromas. This is a representative Junmai sake made in Niigata, the heartland of Japanese premium sake production
- Serving temp.: Chilled, room temperature or luke-warm
- Tasting note: Herbal, minty and slightly gamey. Dry, lean.
Kistler Chardonnay 2022
Kistler Chardonnay 2022 Sonoma Mountains USA, Sonoma Alc 14.5% by vol Bottle Size: 750ml
Klein Constantia Sauvignon Blanc 2019
Kloof Street Old Vine Chenin Blanc Swartland 2022
Pale gold, gold color with green shades. The nose is made of white flesh fruit, candied citrus aromas with a hint of brioche and ginger bread. The mouth associates richness, subtle oak, taste of dried fruit. Pleasantly rich wine.
Konteki Pearls of Simplicity Junmai Daiginjo Sake
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.
