Light and Smooth Sakes |
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Some may be served warm, but mostly almost severely
chilled.
These sakes are distinguished by the understated nature of
both aroma and taste. The olfactory characteristic is clean, reminiscent of freshness and
fruits.
Smoothness predominates on the palate, yielding a sensation
of youth and an absence of any hint of cereal or yeast.
Food-types compatible with " Light and smooth "
sakes: Pastas, mild vegetable and noodle dishes, grains, tofu, raw seafood, light cheeses.
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| Harushika Junmai " Cho-Karakuchi
" From Japan's oldest sake producer, a
traditional offering at the Kasuga Grand Shrine, this is full-bodied, super-dry, citric
and crisp with a bite on the finish.
Our price ( per 1.8 Liter ): $47.99
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| Sawanoi Junmai
"Daikarakuchi " A dry, elegant sake, incorporating water from a deep, spring beneath
Tokyo itself, its flower and fruit-tinged aromas coalesce into savory flavors, complex for
its type. Can be served chilled or warm.
Our price ( per 1.8 Liter ): $40.99
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| Suishin Junmai The esteemed " drunken heart " sake, distinguished by its
"elegant sourness ", smoothness and rather robust texture. A prime example of
the modern as opposed to the traditional style. Cold or warmed.
Our price ( per 1.8 Liter ): $47.99
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| Masumi Junmai "Karakuchi Ki-Ippon" From Nagano, a hand-crafted, superior sake, moderately dry,
exhibiting the benefits of techniques carefully honed over centuries at high altitude,
rarified in every sense. To be chilled more severely than most, in deference to its
mountain origins.
Our price ( per 1.8 Liter ): $ 52.99
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| Wakatake Ginjo " Soushifu " Sweet and redolent of wild fruits. A crisp acidity provides good
balance.
Our price ( per 720 ml. ): $26.99 . |
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