We've assembled a package that's sure to excite the palate of those who are partial to the big and bold characteristics that red wines typically offer.
Check out these mouth watering descriptions:
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Urakasumi “Misty Bay” - Junmai
Description: This Junmai fits perfectly into the category of medium-dry. It has soft nose of rice and dried leaves, and has a pale yellow sheen. Different temperatures produce different flavors. At room temperature it has a very nice entrance of chocolate wisps and a savory aftertaste, and chilled this Junmai brings forth a fruitier feel of soft pear and mellow mango. It is disguised very well for a Junmai, subtle yet elusive, and all the while it sits remarkably well on the palate. This sake epitomizes a perfectly balanced sake.One word to describe this sake brew: Balanced
Food Pairings: Sushi & Sashimi, Grilled Fish, Light Pasta, Shellfish, Grilled Meats, BBQ & Skewers, Fried or Salty Dishes, Deep Pastas, Stews & Soups, Grilled and Steamed Veggies, Tofu and Soba, Turkey, Ham and Game, Stuffing and Gravy, Fried and Mashed Potatoes, Hamburgers, Sandwiches
Taste profile: WINE: Big and bold reds/fat and fruity whites; BEER: Belgian Ales, Stouts and Lagers
Otokoyama “Man’s Mountain” - Junmai
Description: This Tokubetsu Junmai has an earthy yet sweet aromatic nose that borders on ripe fruit. The strength in this brew rests in it unmistakable dryness and working acidity play. The flavor profile is very solid in the sense that it has a clean viscosity wrapped in a mouthful of dried fruit flavors and subtle earthiness. This is a very user-friendly dependable sake that is great for beginners and is well relied upon by old faithfuls.One word to describe this sake brew: Dry
Food Pairings: Sushi & Sashimi, Grilled Fish, Light Pasta, Shellfish, Grilled Meats, BBQ & Skewers, Fried or Salty Dishes, Deep Pastas, Stews & Soups, Fare with Heavy Sauces, Game and Fowl, Tofu and Soba, Turkey, Ham and Game, Stuffing and Gravy, Fried and Mashed Potatoes, Hamburgers, Pizza, Sandwiches
Taste profile: WINE: Big and bold reds/crisp and clean whites; BEER: Belgian Ales, Stouts and Lagers
Midorikawa "Green River"
Description: The nose on this brew milled to 60% is filled with mango, rice, vanilla, and Jolly Rancher green apple aromas. A very tight and compact sake that drinks crisp and bright. Clean and snappy flavors of rice and dried fruit cascade to a dry finish with a hello-like long tail. This brew is for those who like the tingly flavor of alcohol and appreciate a sake with presence. Martini drinkers take note as Green River tastes like your friend, but only has a 15% alcohol content. Clean, crisp and confident.One word to describe this sake brew: Crisp
Food Pairings: Cuisines that compliment the flavor of alcohol – fried, salty, savory, or very clean fish
Taste profile: WINE: Big reds/ Crisp whites; BEER: Crisp Ales
