• Shishino Sato Junmai Daiginjo Aiyama (720ml)
  • Shishino Sato Junmai Daiginjo Aiyama (720ml)

Shishino Sato Junmai Daiginjo Aiyama (720ml) 獅子の里 純米大吟醸 愛山

While the aromatics gently exude hints of just ripened strawberries, on the palate, there is a rich and layered depth of flavours derived from the Aiyama rice varietal, a touch of dried fig and anis seed, and a sharp and dry finish.

style
floral and fruity
availability
year round
on the palate
rich rice umami and dried apricot nose
on the nose
fresh berries
RPR (Rice Polishing Ratio)
50%
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The rice seedlings of this Aiyama rice were provided by Takagi Shuzo, brewers of the famed Juyondai (十四代) sake.

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Characteristics特徴

Prefecture
ishikawa
Rice
aiyama
Alcohol
16%
SMV (Sake Meter Value)
+3
Acidity
1.3
Water Source
very soft water drawn from iou-temple, located in a hot spring region known for its healing water.
Yeast
proprietary

How to enjoy楽しみ方

Recommended pairings
mushrooms | ankimo | soy braised meat and vegetables
Serving temperature
11°-16°
Serving vessels
nousaku tin cup

Matsuura Shuzo松浦酒造

The brewery also stands out in its commitment to exclusively brewing Junmai sake and to ongoing efforts to dedicate its off season to growing and developing locally grown strains of Sake rice, ideal to the climate and natural environment of Ishikawa, in efforts to further express the unique terroir of the area.