Sake Type
Junmai Daiginjo
Rice Type & Origin Area
Dewasansan (Yamagata)
Rice-polishing Ratio
50%
Alcohol Percentage
14%
SMV (Sake Meter Value)
N/A
Production Area
Yamagata
Tatenokawa Phoenix Junmai Daiginjo
TATENOKAWA
This Junmai Daiginjo is the result of a rare collaboration between Yamagata’s Tatenokawa Brewery and the Grammy Award-winning French band Phoenix. Created in memory of Toshiro Kuroda, the renowned sake ambassador who introduced Japanese sake to Europe, part of its proceeds support the Japanese Red Cross Society in his honour. Brewed from Dewasansan rice polished to 50%, this elegant and expressive sake offers bright aromas and a layered palate of pear, walnut, mushroom, and gentle spice. Refined yet bold, it pairs beautifully with sukiyaki, foie gras, wagyu, or Sichuan lamb — making it both versatile and unforgettable.
About the Sake brewery:
Founded in 1832, Tatenokawa was named 'Castle Brook' by the local Shonai Clan lord. Under the leadership of 6th generation president Sato Junpei, a young team aims to produce Japan's finest sake. In 2008, Sato made the bold decision to focus exclusively on Junmai Daiginjo, the highest grade of sake. This strategy, aimed at creating more accessible and quality-focused sake, has rapidly boosted Tatenokawa's reputation. Their ambitious '100-year vision' is to brew Japan's top sake, a goal they've arguably achieved with their 1% polished sake, Komyo. Tatenokawa's enthusiasm, tenacity, and courage are showcased through their products.