Sake Type
Junmai Daiginjo
Rice Type & Origin Area
Sakahomare - Fukui
Rice-polishing Ratio
50%
Alcohol Percentage
16%
Production Area
Fukui
Echizen Misaki Junmai Daiginjo
Sakahomare
TANABE SHUZO
The Echizen Misaki Junmai Daiginjo Sakahomare exemplifies the artistry of sake brewing, featuring the exclusive Fukui Sake Rice, Sakahomare. This new rice strain, tailored for premium sake, reveals an elegant aroma and a velvety texture, offering ripe fruit nuances and mellow flavors that beautifully complement any meal.
Sakahomare, a recent addition to Fukui Prefecture's rice varieties, has been crafted specifically for Daiginjo-grade sake. It's a suitable match for the rich and mellow profile of Fukui sake. Indulge in its complex flavors and enjoy a lingering finish that adds depth to this delightful sake experience.
About the Sake brewery:
Established in 1899, Tanabe Shuzo thrives in Eiheiji town, Fukui prefecture. Led by the Tanabe brothers, the brewery shares kinship with the renowned Kokuryu Sake brewery, located in the same town. Tanabe Shuzo specializes in small-batch production, with its brewing season beginning in the intense chill of winter.
A distinctive tradition is their use of charcoal fires to steam rice, a rare practice due to its time-consuming nature, taking over two hours to generate steam in the early morning. Using labor-intensive brewing methods, they exclusively utilize the fune and shizuku techniques for pressing sake, they solely employ the fune and shizuku methods for pressing sake, reflecting their commitment to traditional craftsmanship.
