Ichinokura Suzune Wabi Sparkling Sake 375ml
Ichinokura Suzune Wabi Sparkling Sake 375ml
Size: 375ml | ABV: 5%
In 3 words: Soft, bubbly & light
A sweet and stylish sparkling sake made purely from rice with the silky bubbles made during a secondary fermentation. Its taste is complex yet very fresh and reminiscent of ripe peaches and lychees - a wonderful balance of sweet and sour.
Style: Sparkling
Awards: International Wine Challenge 2015 (Gold)
Brewery: Ichinokura
Region: Miyagi
Rice polishing: 65%
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Product Details
Rice variety: Toyo Nishiki and Shunyo
Sweet or dry: Medium dry
Acidity*: 3.5
Sake Meter Value -80
Amino acids**: -
Food Pairing: Best served as an aperitif
Serving temp: Chilled
Dietary: No sulfites, no preservatives. vegetarian, vegan
The Brewery
Ichinokura
Set deep in the forests of northern Miyagi, Ichinokura, which literally means "One Brewery", was formed when four long-standing local breweries joined forces to become one. Today Ichinokura is the largest brewery in the prefecture and produces award-winning sake with a sustainable philosophy.
At a glance:
Founded in 1973 when 4 local breweries merged around a vision of handcrafted sake
Set in Northern Miyagi Prefecture famous for it’s soft underground water ideal for making sake
Over 90% of the rice used is grown locally
In-house team promotes sustainable agriculture that minimizes environmental impact and helps support local farmers
Size: 3 x 360ml
In 3 words: Silky soft bubbles
Part of our Sommelier Tasting Series, this hattrick of bubbly beauties brings together three uniquely delicious expressions of sparkling sake made using secondary fermentation. Sideline the Champagne. Put down the prosecco. These brews will raise your party game and give you something to really celebrate. Expect silky soft bubbles and fruity notes of peach and pear.