Scotland Stephenson's Spirits Reviews

Azumaichi Junmai "Best in the East"


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Review Date: March 11, 2010
Category Info: Sake :: Junmai
Distilled From: Yamadanishiki
Retail Price: $$ ($20-$30)
Bottle Size: 720 ml Bottle
Brewer / Distiller: Gochoda
Strength: 16-17%
Seimaibuai: 64%
Nihonshudo / Sake Meter Value: +0
Japan - Saga, Saga

Tasting Notes:

(Uses Proprietary yeast and estate grown Yamadanishiki)
Has a very elegant and subtle yellow tint.
Elegant nose with soft notes of vanilla, nuts, and licorice.
Medium-to-full bodied on the palate. There is a bright and crisp acidity up front with notes of earthy pear. The palate opens up into a bold flavor profile with caramel and soft notes of smoke. This sake really evolves in the glass.
Excellent.