• Noguchi Naohiko Sake Institute Honjozo Muroka Nama Genshu 2020 (720ml)
  • Noguchi Naohiko Sake Institute Honjozo Muroka Nama Genshu 2020 (720ml)

Noguchi Naohiko Sake Institute Honjozo Muroka Nama Genshu 2020 (720ml) 農口尚彦研究所 本醸造 無濾過生原酒 2020 Vintage

Not many brewers dedicate this level of care & assidious attention to crafting a Honjozo. Noguchi-san prides himself in brewing a Honjozo, true to style, with excellent depth & structure.

style
rich and complex
availability
limited
on the palate
persimmon | spice | umami
on the nose
berries | butterscotch | fresh cream
RPR (Rice Polishing Ratio)
60%
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An array of aromas of berries, grapes and even butterscotch and cream make way for notes of persimmon, melon, vanilla and spice, a complex and deep flavour in layers in this gobsmacking honjozo.

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Characteristic特徴

Prefecture
ishikawa
Rice
gohyakumangoku
Alcohol
19%
SMV (Sake Meter Value)
unpublished
Acidity
unpublished
Water Source
subsoil water originating from the divine peak hakusan
Yeast
kanazawa no.14

How to enjoy楽しみ方

Recommended pairings:
rustic pasta dishes | beef stew
Serving temperature
16°-25°
Serving vessels
traditional sake ochoko

Noguchi Naohiko Sake Institute農口尚彦研究所

Noguchi Toji, now 88 years old, has been a Toji since the young age of 27. He has won 27 Gold Medals at the Annual Japan Sake Awards among uncountable other awards over his career and was even presented with the prestigious Yellow Medal of Honor for Master Craftsmanship by the Emperor of Japan.