Toko Sun Rise
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SOFT. SMOOTH. CRISP.
SAKE OVERVIEW
This Junmai Ginjo is made from Dewasansan rice, a descendant of the iconic Omachi heirloom strain. This rice is exclusively grown in Yamagata prefecture and helped to pave the way for Yamagata to receive the first geographical indication (GI), or appellation, in all of Japan.
TASTING NOTES
Grassy, floral aromas with green apple and melon. The finish is soft and smooth.
EAT WITH
An excellent pairing with teriyaki salmon, sauteed snow pea shoots or maple glazed ham.
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Grade: Junmai Ginjo
Polished: 55%
Rice: Dewasansan
Alcohol: 15%
Size: 720ml
MORE ABOUT THE BREWERY
Kojima Sohonten is steeped in history and also leading the revolution in sustainable sake production. The brewery was founded in 1597, making them one of the oldest active breweries in Japan. After the Kojima family became the exclusive purveyor of sake to the famous Uesugi samurai clan, the Kojima family became known as samurai royalty.