Sugata Junmai Ginjō Kitashizuku Muroka Namagenshu
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Sugata Junmai Ginjō Kitashizuku Muroka Namagenshu is a seasonal sake from Tochigi made with 100% Kitashizuku, a sake rice developed in Hokkaidō that belongs to the Omachi lineage and is part of a newer generation of Hokkaidō brewing rice varieties.
- Colour / hue
- Pale Yellow
- Clarity
- Clear
A fruity nose with pronounced notes of grape, melon, and white peach, alongside hints of fresh grass and a gentle sweetness. The palate reveals a creamy texture and a full body, leading into a rich, rounded mouthfeel. The sweetness is balanced by noticeable bitterness and light acidity. Rich umami is present throughout, together with faint lactic notes typical of namagenshu. The finish is clean and medium-length, leaving a refreshing bitter-sour aftertaste.
Tasting sake like this is a reminder of how many excellent jizake breweries remain relatively unknown outside specialist circles. Exploring smaller regional producers often reveals styles and flavours quite different from the better-known major brands.
Appearance: clear and lemon-green
Nose: clean, medium+
Aroma: fruity (grapes, melons, white peach), fresh grass
Sweetness: slightly sweet
Acidity: medium
Umami: medium+
Alcohol: medium+
Body: full
Flavour intensity: medium+
Flavour characteristics: grapes, melons, white peach
Finish: clean, medium
Quality level: very good
Tasting sake like this is a reminder of how many excellent jizake breweries remain relatively unknown outside specialist circles. Exploring smaller regional producers often reveals styles and flavours quite different from the better-known major brands.
Appearance: clear and lemon-green
Nose: clean, medium+
Aroma: fruity (grapes, melons, white peach), fresh grass
Sweetness: slightly sweet
Acidity: medium
Umami: medium+
Alcohol: medium+
Body: full
Flavour intensity: medium+
Flavour characteristics: grapes, melons, white peach
Finish: clean, medium
Quality level: very good