As far as Sake Rice goes, Yamadanishiki is king, and within Yamadanishiki there are various rankings. Honda Shoten only uses the best of the best, super high-quality Yamadanishiki rice grown in Hyogo prefecture’s Miki city and Kato city. This is the basis of their art, and they only will use this top tier rice. Their sake’s names bear the names of the farms that they source their rice from. The cherry blossom shaped gold flakes infused in this sake imparts luxurious feel making this a top choice for special occasions.
Soft on the palate, the balanced layers of sweetness and richness spread widely in the mouth as it follows through with a refreshing acidic tail.
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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. Nearly all of the rice they use to brew is locally grown Miyama Nishiki and Dewasansan. In 2014, ANA International picked this sake for their First Class and Business Class sake. Using the locally grown Dewasansan sake rice and only native Yamagata Kobo, Tatenokawa achieves an elegant sake with surprising complexity and energy. Relatively high acidity with a grapefruit peel-like aroma and flavor. Just the right amount of sweetness offers balance and leads every sip into a refreshing finish. -
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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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Compare and contrast this 2 Junmai Daiginho from Yamagata- Tatenokawa Three Peaks Junmai Daiginjo
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Tatenokawa 18 Nakadori Junmai Daiginjo Sake uses rice polished down (semabuai) to 18% of the original grain size - the highest polishing ratio in the entirety of Japan. Furthermore, instead of blending the brewer only bottles the best portion of the pressed sake (called the nakadori) as it holds the best flavor. With magnificent aromatics and a complex, brilliant flavor, Tatenokawa 18 is the essence of luxury. A true gem. -
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Product will be shipped in 5 working days. Takeda Shuzo is located in the coastal fishing village of Joetsu in Niigata Prefecture. Takeda Black Skull Tokubetsu Honjozo MNG is made to highlight the local rice, you’ll get giant aromas that change on every revisit. There’s some Ginjo fruit plus a rich caramel leaping from the glass due to the Honjozo (brewer’s alcohol) used to extract extra aroma and texture. Late on the finish, look for cocoa powder. Enjoy as an aperitif with creamy cow’s milk cheeses, pastas like Carbonara and Primavera, foie gras or pizza. Serve at any temperature. -
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he only Sakagura/Sake Brewery in Kochi City (named after alias of Yamauchi Yōdō, who was a Japanese Daimyo of the Shikoku region in the Edo period). They hope to make sake that is the best to pair with food - sake that is dry, yet with high acidity and umami - using the isolated Tosa Mountain range's pure spring water. This water contains no iron or manganese, which are detrimental elements in sake. The brewery is also quite particular about their ingredients - the rice is polished very carefully, and they use true Kumamoto Yeast. A reserved aroma, gentle rice notes, perfect acidity and a fine finish combine to create the unique flavor profile of Suigei Tokubetsu Junmai. -
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Along the Tosa Sea, where whales swim and seafood is abundant, lies Kochi Prefecture. Suigei Brewing, founded in Kochi Prefecture, is in the center of the rich food culture of the Tosa area, as they are committed to brewing a “sake that pairs well with food.” Suigei’s sake has a mild aroma and rich umami, with a crisp aftertaste and light acidity that brings out the deliciousness of food. Their brewing technique focuses on making the most of the characteristics of the sake rice they use, with the main production method being Junmai-zukuri. They offer a variety of sakes from Junmai to Junmai Daiginjo. Compare and contrast these 3 delicious bottles. -
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Along the Tosa Sea, where whales swim and seafood is abundant, lies Kochi Prefecture. Suigei Brewing, founded in Kochi Prefecture, is in the center of the rich food culture of the Tosa area, as they are committed to brewing a “sake that pairs well with food.” Suigei’s sake has a mild aroma and rich umami, with a crisp aftertaste and light acidity that brings out the deliciousness of food. Their brewing technique focuses on making the most of the characteristics of the sake rice they use, with the main production method being Junmai-zukuri. They offer a variety of sakes from Junmai to Junmai Daiginjo. Compare and contrast these 2 delicious bottles. -
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The only Sake Brewery in Kochi City . They hope to make sake that is the best to pair with food - sake that is dry, yet with high acidity and umami - using the isolated Tosa Mountain range's pure spring water. This water contains no iron or manganese, which are detrimental elements in sake. The brewery is also quite particular about their ingredients - the rice is polished very carefully, and they use true Kumamoto Yeast. The aroma is modest and vaguely citrusy, and the flavor has a hint of sourness with solid umami, yet the finish is clean and pleasant. Enjoyed best with both Asian and western seafood or fried/fatty dishes. -
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Along the Tosa Sea, where whales swim and seafood is abundant, lies Kochi Prefecture. Suigei Brewing, founded in Kochi Prefecture, is in the center of the rich food culture of the Tosa area, as they are committed to brewing a “sake that pairs well with food.” Suigei’s sake has a mild aroma and rich umami, with a crisp aftertaste and light acidity that brings out the deliciousness of food. Their brewing technique focuses on making the most of the characteristics of the sake rice they use, with the main production method being Junmai-zukuri. They offer a variety of sakes from Junmai to Junmai Daiginjo. -
A fresh and elegant Riesling with a fruity character grown in great vineyard sites in the famous Mosel Valley. It is the perfect match with fish, poultry and pasta dishes and can go with a large variety of flavors, especially hot and spicy seasonings. -
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sōtō, meaning 'outside' in japanese, is a celebration of the earth's purest elements brought together to make this premium quality all-natural product. tasting notes: clean and light on the palate, apple, soft rice, touch of umami all natural | gluten free | no additives | no preservatives | no added sugar | no sulfites -
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sōtō, meaning 'outside' in japanese, is a celebration of the earth's purest elements brought together to make this premium quality all-natural product. tasting notes: clean and light on the palate, apple, soft rice, touch of umami all natural | gluten free | no additives | no preservatives | no added sugar | no sulfites -
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Soto Junmai Daiginjo is a premium Japanese Sake, brewed in Niigata Prefecture, Japan. It is made using only the highest quality Gohyakumangoku rice, which is polished to a ratio of 50%, resulting in a refined and delicate flavor. The tasting notes of Soto Junmai Daiginjo Sake is floral and fruity, with notes of apple, cucumber and melon. It has a crisp and clean finish, with a subtle and lingering aftertaste. The brewing process of Soto Junmai Daiginjo Sake is carefully controlled to ensure the highest quality. The rice is milled, washed, and steamed before being fermented with the exclusive yeast strain and koji mold. The sake is then carefully filtered and bottled to preserve its delicate flavor and aroma. Overall, Soto Junmai Daiginjo Sake is a premium sake that is highly valued by sake enthusiasts for its refined and delicate 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. all natural | gluten free | no additives | no preservatives | no added sugar | no sulfites -
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Silver Oak Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon Alexander Valley 2018 has a ruby in color with notes of cassis, caramel, juniper, and pomegranate. -
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Shichi Hon Yari Shizuku Junmai Daiginjo Silent Samurai is a premium Japanese sake produced by the Tomita Brewery, located in Shiga Prefecture, Japan. This sake is made using traditional methods and high-quality ingredients, including Tamazakae rice that is highly polished, and slowly fermented at a lower temperature. The "Shizuku" brewing method is used to produce this sake, which involves using gravity to extract the sake from the mash without the use of a press. This results in a more delicate and refined sake with a smoother texture. Silent Samurai has a clear, pale gold color with a subtle aroma of rice, fruit, and a hint of floral notes. On the palate, it has a delicate and smooth texture with a medium body and a balanced acidity. The taste is complex, with flavors of apple, pear, and a hint of umami. The finish is long and clean, with a subtle sweetness and a pleasant dryness. This sake is classified as a Junmai Daiginjo, which means that it is made using only rice, water, yeast, and koji mold, with no added alcohol or sugar. It has an alcohol content of around 17-18% and is best served chilled in a wine glass to fully appreciate its delicate aroma and flavor. Overall, Shichi Hon Yari Shizuku Junmai Daiginjo Silent Samurai is a highly regarded premium sake that offers a refined and complex taste experience, making it a great choice for those who appreciate high-quality Japanese sake. -
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Founded in the 1540’s, the Tomita Brewery is one of the oldest breweries in Japan and is now managed by the 15th generation of the family, Yasunobu Tomita, who is also the brewmaster. The Tomita’s named their sake Shichi Hon Yari, or “Seven Spearsmen,” after the leaders of the historic Battle of Shizugatake which was fought just outside their town of Kinomoto. Shichi Hon Yari Junmai is the classic representation of the brewery’s style with its traditional and modern dimensions. Earthy and rich aromatics and flavors meet elegance and softness in the finish. The bright acidity makes this a fun sake to pair with dishes outside of traditional Japanese cuisine, including Duck a l’orange and Yukhoe, Korean Steak Tartare. -
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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. -
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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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Salomon Undhof is an important, historic producer in the Kremstal region of Austria, producing world class Grüner Veltliner and Riesling wines from the slopes above the Danube river. Founded in 1792, the Salomon family is now in its eighth and ninth generation working these vineyards, and were among the first Austrian producers to export to the USA in the 1930s. The Salomon-Undhof Gruner Veltliner “Wachtberg” presents a vibrant and refreshing profile, characterized by its crisp acidity and minerality. On the nose, it reveals aromas of green apple, white pepper, and subtle hints of citrus. The palate is greeted with flavors of ripe pear, lemon zest, and a touch of honey, leading to a clean, lingering finish. This wine is a classic example of Gruner Veltliner's elegance and versatility. It's a perfect match for light salads and Asian dishes, especially those with a slight spice, as its refreshing character balances the heat. -
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S.A.PRÜM BLUE is a blend from Bernkastel vineyards. In this area you rely on the blue slate, which produces particularly mineral Rieslings.
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Product will be shipped in 5 working days.Located at the foot of Mt. Kakuda in the Echigo Plain, Mine no Hakubai has over 400 years of history. Instead of the classic Niigata style of dry and short, they aim to create a “new” sake, centered on aroma, mellowness and deliciousness. A proprietary yeast lends herbs and acidity. While this is polished to 60% and using Yamagata rice, it’s more fascinating than your typical Ginjo. The nose is freshly expressed lemon skin oils. So fragrant! Then the herbs take over before it finally finishes with drying minerals. -
The Rutherford Ranch Chardonnay 2019 has toasted oak notes followed by tree fruit aromas including ripe pear, dried apricot and Golden Delicious apples. A full-bodied wine balanced with oak flavors showing as vanilla and sweet-oak through to the palate. -
Rozes Vintage Porto 2017 has a deep inky color. On the nose it is intense, fine with mature aromas. On the palate the wine is marked by good freshness and its concentrated and distinct tannins, highlighting its potential with a good structure and body. It pairs perfectly with strong cheeses, dark chocolate cake and red fruit ice creams.
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Rozes Tawny Porto has an amber with brownish glints color. On the nose the wine is mature and attractive, where fruit aromas combine with hints of spices. On the palate it is lively, well balanced and structured and manifests a pleasant finish with notes of raisins. Perfect as an aperitif or to accompany your dessert. -
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Tokaji Aszú wines are a specialty of the Tokaj wine region in Hungary. These wines are made using grapes affected by noble rot (botrytis cinerea), which concentrates the sugars and flavors of the grapes. -
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Round Pond Napa Cabernet Estate 2018 has aromas of clean, bright fruit such as pomegranate and crushed raspberry. Creamy, rich, and generous, this wine shows essences of sweet spices and desert sage which marry well with hints of black peppercorn and cocoa. Lively with firm, chewy tannins, this wine follows through with rich black cherry, coffee and a pleasing granite-like finish. -
For centuries, the Schioppettino grapes were cultivated in Friulli-Venezia Giulia, in Italy. In the middle of the 19th century, with the advent of phylloxera, Schioppettino was almost completely destroyed. In 1970, Paolo and Dina Rapuzzi founded the winery Ronchi di Cialla and managed to find about 60 surviving vines of Schioppettino. They made new cuttings and managed, in the space of 2 years, to create a first wine estate of 3,500 vines that marked the rebirth of the Schioppettino. In the words of Nick Jackson MW: "Schioppettino is a paradoxical variety: intensely aromatic, medium-bodied, with a mere 12-12.5% alcohol, high acidity and a lingering, perfumed finish, it is also, in spite of its lightness, capable of very long aging." The 2017 vintage is made with 100% Schioppettino grapes, aged in French oak barriques for 14-18 months and in bottles for 30-36 months. According to the producer the wine has capacity to age and develop in the next 20-23 years. So buy 2 bottles: one to drink now and another one for aging! Ronchi Di Cialla Schioppettino Di Cialla 2017 has a balanced ruby red color with bright reflections. It has aromas of white pepper and small red fruits, currants and blackberries, intriguing balsamic and undergrowth (sous-bois) notes. -
Ronan by Clinet Bordeaux Blanc 2021 is a dry white wine from the Bordeaux region of France. It is made primarily from Sauvignon Blanc (70%) grapes and Semillon (30%) grapes. On the nose, this wine exhibits aromas of citrus, green apple, and tropical fruit, along with subtle herbal notes. On the palate, it is crisp and refreshing, with flavors of grapefruit, lime, and a hint of passionfruit. The acidity is bright and lively, balancing the fruit flavors and providing a clean, long finish. This wine is versatile and pairs well with a wide range of dishes, including seafood, salads, and light pasta dishes. It is best served chilled and can also be enjoyed on its own as a refreshing aperitif. Overall, Ronan by Clinet Bordeaux Blanc 2021 is a well-balanced and elegant white wine that showcases the best of the Bordeaux region's terroir and winemaking expertise. -
Roger Neveu Sancerre Le Colombier Rose 2022 is made from Pinot Noir grapes. The wine is floral, crisp, and bone-dry. Delicious as an apéritif -
Briccolina was the pioneer vineyard for our biodynamic approach and is now the only Barolo cru granted with the Demeter certification. It is a vineyard-garden, entirely worked by hand. It undergoes very long macerations during vinification. -
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Ridge Monte Bello 2020 has an opaque ruby color. The wine has cassis, plum and red currant fruit notes followed by a toasty oak, vanilla, fennel and berry. -
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Revana Terroir Series Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 has apowerful aromatics with notes of cherry compote, violet, leather, blackberry, cedar, and earth. Fresh and powerful flavors on the palate that are bright with fullness and depth. Black and blue fruits are accented with notes of lilac, and brown sugar. -
Blanc de Blancs is a sparkling wine marked by the typicity of its place of origin, the Vinya del Llac, a vineyard over 40 years’ old, which allows us to obtain a structured, fresh and complex sparkling wine.
