Sommelier Tasting Collection: KIMOTO SAKE
Sommelier Tasting Collection: KIMOTO SAKE
Size: 3 x 720ml
In 3 words: Rich Robust Umami
Part of our Sommelier Tasting Series, this bold trio of sake showcases the rich and mellow world of the KIMOTO style. This traditional method introduces a natural lactic acid bacteria to sterilise the yeast, water, rice and koji mixture that starts the whole sake-making process. Sake fans rejoice as you compare and contrast these three fun and flavourful brews at a variety of temperatures.
In 3 words: Food-friendly umami
Aromas & flavours: 🌰 🍐 🍒 🌾
2018 “Sake Brewer of the Year”, Hatsumago are recognised as masters of the traditional Kimoto method. All that skill is on show with this elegant, umami-packed Honjozo. With a lightly-spiced aroma, softness and acidity on the pallete, this is a dream to pair with a wide range of food.
Try pairing me with well-marbled steak
Product Details
Grade: Honjozo
Brewery: Hatsumago
Region: Yamagata
Rice polishing: 60%
Rice variety: Haenuki
Sweet or dry: Dry
Body: Medium
Acidity: -
Sake Meter Value -
Food Pairing: Ideal for BBQ grilled meat with cold side salads. Savory foods make it taste sweeter, more fruity and fresh. Salty snacks and rice crackers also work well
Serving temp: Chilled to warm
Dietary: No sulfites, no preservatives. vegetarian, vegan
In 3 words: Earthy Umami & Smooth
Aromas & flavours: 🍌 🥭 🍨 🌾
An easy-drinking Ginjo - all smooth and silky. Tropical fruits aroma of banana and mango with a hint of brown sugar. The light tartness of yoghurt and aniseeds notes adds a refreshing touch to the finish. The Kimoto method brings out the flavour of umami and the dry, full body ends leaves you wanting more.
Try pairing me with mushroom risotto
Product Details
Grade: Ginjo
Brewery: Takara
Region: Hyogo
Rice polishing: 70%
Rice variety: Gohyakumangoku
Sweet or dry: Semi-dry
Body: Medium to full
Acidity*: 1.2
Sake Meter Value +2
Amino acids**: 1.0
Food Pairing: risotto, cream cheese, bagel, fatty meats such as Japanese wagyu beef, and fish such as toro
Serving temp: Chilled to Room Temperature
Dietary: No sulfites, no preservatives. vegetarian, vegan
In 3 words: Crisp, complex & punchy
Aromas & flavours: 🌰 🍋 🌾
An elegant contemporary rendition of the ancient kimoto style made with Yamadanishiki and a blend of three yeast strains.. Delicate earthy notes of nut, cereal and roasted grains invite you in. Plenty of soft rice flavour with balanced acidity and ample umami come together in perfect harmony.
Try pairing me with tapas
Product Details
Grade: Kimoto Junmai Daiginjo
Brewery: Sohomare
Region: Tochigi
Rice polishing: 60%
Rice variety: Yamadanishiki
Sweet or dry: Medium-dry
Acidity: 1.8
Sake Meter Value +4
Yeast: Association No.6, No.7, No.1401
Food Pairing: Iberico ham and Manchego cheese, seared tuna, black cod, ribeye steak, creamy pasta bake
Serving temp: Chilled to lightly warned
Dietary: No sulfites, no preservatives. vegetarian, vegan
