Black currant, gun metal, dark chocolate and graphite shavings on the nose. Medium body, with fine tannins that frame this wine beautifully and also take you down a vertical path. Lovely nuanced character. And lightly austere in a really good way that mak...
Founded in 1903, the Saiya Brewery is one of the most award-winning breweries at the Japanese National Sake Competition. Located in the snowy region of Akita, in the past fifteen years of the competition, the brewery has won an astonishing ten gold medals. Mr. Takahashi, their brewmaster, has been recognized by the Emperor of Japan as a cherished craftsman.
This junmai ginjo is a favorite with new and seasoned sake drinkers alike. Featuring the proprietary yeast developed by Takahashi Toji, this sake is creamy, layered, aromatic and finished with a dry spiciness. An incredible sake to enjoy on its own as an introduction to the house style of Saiya Brewery.