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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. Compare and contrast these 3 premium Japanese sake. Heavensake Junmai Daiginjo Noir is delicately floral with a vibrant early summer fruits flavor. Heavensake Junmai Ginjo Azur has notes of milk chocolate, sweet nuts, rice pudding. Perfect sake for red wine/dry white wine drinkers. Heavensake Junmai 12 has notes of salted caramel with a bright, fresh finish, this sake has 25% less alcohol and calories than classic sakes without compromising on taste. -
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Hiro Junmai Daiginjo Sake Gold is a premium sake produced by Taiyo Sake Brewery, a sake brewery located in the Niigata prefecture of Japan. This sake is made using high-quality Koshi-Tanrei rice, which is polished to a ratio of 40%, resulting in a refined and delicate flavor. The aroma of Hiro Junmai Daiginjo Sake Gold is elegant and fruity, with notes of modest cantaloupe or banana aromas with gentle and fruity sweet flavor followed by an elegant and smooth aftertaste. The brewing process of Hiro Junmai Daiginjo Sake Gold is carefully controlled to ensure the highest quality. The rice is milled, washed, and steamed before being fermented with yeast and koji mold. The sake is then carefully filtered and bottled to preserve its delicate flavor and aroma. Overall, Hiro Junmai Daiginjo Sake Gold is luxurious sake that is perfect for those who appreciate the complex and nuanced flavors of traditional Japanese rice wine. It is best served chilled and can be enjoyed on its own or paired with a variety of Japanese dishes. -
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Hiro Blue Junmai Ginjo Sake, 300ml- Inspired by the ancient recipe of Hiroemon Takeda, the renowned Samurai and Japanese Sake connoisseur, Hiro is crafted by our own Toji (Master Brewer) using only specially polished rice from the Murakami plain in the Niigata Region.
- nose: delicate vanilla maple nut fudge and spicy pear custard aromas; fruity and fresh, with banana undertones
- palate: crisp and smooth, with hints of fruits and vanilla, and a savory sweet potato bread, white mushroom, tart cherry and jicama subtle nuances
- finish: smooth, medium body-to-full body for a very well balanced finish
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Hiro Junmai Sake Red, 300ml- Inspired by the ancient recipe of Hiroemon Takeda, the renowned Samurai and Japanese Sake connoisseur, Hiro is crafted by our own Toji (Master Brewer) using only specially polished rice from the Murakami plain in the Niigata Region.
- nose: very inviting earthy notes, creamy vanilla nougat with peppered pear and banana aromas
- palate: delicate, light and smooth with a subtle sweetness and a complex silky, dry-yet-fruity with melon, tapioca, and white pepper accents
- finish: long and well rounded, with a medium body 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. -
Created by the Marumoto brewery in 2001, this sparkling sake is bottle fermented. Made like Champagne, the first of its type in Japan and the highest quality sparkling sake imported into the USA. The complexity and layers of flavor in this sake are widely loved among both Japanese and American consumers. Each bottle is hand bottled with utmost care; highest quality of this type is a core value for the Marumoto brewery.
Tasting Note: Soft and creamy with delicate carbonation, showing notes of peach yogurt and cream soda.
Food Pairing: Serve chilled with berry desserts.
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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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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. -
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Imayo Tsukasa Koi Junmai Daiginjo Genshu is a premium sake produced by Imayo Tsukasa Sake Brewery, located in the Niigata prefecture of Japan. This sake is made using high-quality Gohyakumangoku rice, which is polished to a ratio of 50%, resulting in a refined and complex flavor. The aroma of Imayo Tsukasa Koi Junmai Daiginjo Genshu is elegant and fruity, with notes of peach, pear, and melon. On the palate, it is full-bodied and rich, with a complex and layered flavor that is both sweet and savory, with a hint of umami. It has a long and smooth finish, with a subtle and lingering aftertaste. What sets Imayo Tsukasa Koi Junmai Daiginjo Genshu apart is that it is a genshu, which means that it is undiluted. This gives the sake a more full-bodied and intense flavor profile, with a slight kick of alcohol. The brewing process of Imayo Tsukasa Koi Junmai Daiginjo Genshu is carefully controlled to ensure the highest quality. The rice is milled, washed, and steamed before being fermented with yeast and koji mold. The sake is then pressed, filtered, and bottled to preserve its delicate flavor and aroma. Imayo Tsukasa Koi Junmai Daiginjo Genshu is a premium sake that is highly valued by sake enthusiasts for its complex 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 tempura. It is a perfect example of the high-quality and traditional craftsmanship that is synonymous with Japanese sake. Enjoy it chilled in a white wine glass -
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A lively and bracing sake, full bodied and assertive. Initial fruit notes of white peach balanced by darker shades of fresh cut herbs and a definitive saline finish that makes it an ideal pairing for fresh seafood and a knockout pairing for freshly cracked oysters. Made from heirloom Bizen Omachi rice milled to 53%. -
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Discover the exceptional IWA 5 Junmai Daiginjo Sake, crafted by the renowned Richard Geoffroy. This sake is truly unique, made from three different premium sake rice varieties sourced from different regions, and five strains of yeast (kobo) that bring out a range of aromas and flavors. Every aspect of the sake, from its name (IWA 5 Sake), to its bottle design, and the precise assemblage of ingredients, has been carefully crafted to create a perfectly balanced and harmonious experience. Explore the many layers of this well-balanced sake with beautiful acidity, and savor the unique and unforgettable taste. Richard Geoffroy, formerly the Chef de Cave for Dom Pérignon, has poured his expertise into this masterpiece. Experience the best of Japanese sake with IWA 5 Sake. -
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Product will be shipped in 5 working days.Most aged sake (koshu) is sweet but this is bone dry from the nutrient rich fermentation. There’s nice acidity even on the nose. Look for salted key lime pie amid the caramel and nuts. The palate features complex amino acids from the cold lactic fermentation (Kimoto). Adding to the fun is cult Aramasa yeast #6 and 7 years aging in 1800ml bottles. On the dry finish you can really taste the ocean water. Iwanoi 7 Year Kimoto Junmai Koshu should be served just below or above room temperature with yakitori, goose, sturgeon nitsuke, mackerel, salted nuts, dark chocolate.
