We found this bottle at a sakaya in Takatsu. I am sure this is the only place to sell Ishii's "Takatsu" label. It has a nose of dried fruits (apricots and figs) and narazuke. Earthy and bitter attack with herbal notes and a delicate balance of tender sweetness and refreshing acidity. Mellow, dry, with a medium body. Slightly spicy finish. Although it has a woody and damp aroma and is a little rough around the edges, it is an unpolished gem.
