Shirakabegura Daiginjo Muroka Genshu 640ml
Shirakabegura Daiginjo Muroka Genshu 640ml
Size: 640ml | ABV: 17%
In 3 words: Aromatic, unrestrained, complex
Within this stunning bottle lies a stunning sake, packed full of surprises. Brewed with a 'low-intervention' style, the final product does not go through the usual charcoal filtering (Muroka) or dilution with water (Genshu), resulting in fresh apple on the nose and a rich, complex, full flavour.
Grade: Daiginjo (Muroka Genshu)
Brewery: Shirakabegura
Region: Nada, Hyogo
Rice polishing: 50%
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Product Details
Rice variety: Gohyakumangoku
Sweet or dry: Medium
Body: Medium to full
Acidity: 1.3
Sake Meter Value +1
Food Pairing: Light-flavored vegetable and seafood dishes such as mixed salad, asparagus, scampi or fish fingers
Serving temp: Chilled to Room Temperature
Dietary: No sulfites, no preservatives. vegetarian, vegan
The Brewery
Shirakabegura
Located in Nada, Hyogo, one of Japan's most famous sake producing regions, Shirakabegura is part of the Takara group, a producer of sake, shochu and other Japanese delicacies. This brewery produces consistently award-winning premium sake with distinctive production methods such as kimoto and muroka genshu.
At a glance:
Brewing since 1842, using the hard water of Miyamizu, uniquely suited to sake production
One of the longest gold medal streaks of any brewery in the Annual Japan Sake Awards
A master of the rare traditional kimoto style producing unique flavours
Size: 720ml | ABV: 16%
In 3 words: Elusive, subtle & balanced
Delicately flavoured, astonishingly subtle, impeccably balanced, this legendary label is the despair of sake critics in Japan, who confess that its flavour is impossible to describe. This Daiginjo is brewed with Yamadanishiki rice milled to an eye-watering 30% then aged at 1°C for roughly two years, the brewers undoubtedly extract out the limits umami and depth of flavour.
Grade: Daiginjo
Brewery: Ishimoto Brewing Company
Region: Niigata
Rice polishing: 30%
Size: 720ml | ABV: 17%
In 3 words: Fruity, velvet luxury
A luxurious daiginjo using heavily polished rice gives gorgeous aroma of melon and peach on the nose.
Pear and chestnuts on the palate with smooth, velvety texture and a pleasing peppery kick with light fizz. Just delightful.
.Grade: Daiginjo
Brewery: Fukuchiyo
Region: Saga
Rice polishing: 35%
Size: 720ml | ABV: 16%
In three words: Sleek refined and delicate
A collaboration between acclaimed French cellar master, Regis Camus, and Asahi Shuzo (of Dassai fame), this premium sake is a knock-out on every level. The striking sleek black bottle contains a clean low-acid and floral daiginjo that stands out on any table. A classic ginjo aroma of apple and tropical fruit is followed by fresh berries and grapes, developing into a clean crisp finish. C'est magnifique!
Grade: Junmai Daiginjo
Award: Double Gold; San Francisco Wine Competition 2019
Brewery: Asahi
Region: Yamaguchi
Rice polishing: 50%
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Size: 720ml | ABV: 15-16%
In 3 words: Full, acidic & elegant
Full, clean taste, with a nice balance of sweetness and acidity. Like plum blossoms at winter’s end, “Kinka” is vivid and poised, in the elegant Kanazawa style..
Grade: Daiginjo, Nama
Brewery: Tedorigawa
Region: Ishikawa
Rice polishing: 45%
Size: 720ml | ABV: 16-17%
In 3 words: Clean, bright and dry
Clean and balanced on the one hand, with a caress of wild honey on the other, “Iki na Onna” is a classy, confident sake with a svelte mouthfeel and crisp dry finish, reminiscent of a quality Chardonnay. Notably brewed in limited amounts for the Association of Female Sake Retailers.
Grade: Daiginjo
Brewery: Yoshida
Region: Ishikawa
Rice polishing: 40%
Size: 500ml | ABV: 17%
In 3 words: Fruity, floral & smooth
A sublime fruity sake in a striking square bottle that’s perfect for a special occasion. This unfiltered daiginjo is made with premium Yamada Nishiki rice milled down to a highly refined 40% of it’s original size that results in a blossoming floral aroma. When tasted, an elegant strawberry flavour coats the tongue which leads to smooth dry finish.
Grade: Daiginjo (Genshu)
Brewery: Tosatsuru
Region: Kochi
Rice polishing: 40%
Size: 720ml | ABV: 15%
In 3 words: Light, fragrant & smooth
Light and fragrant, with a clean and even finish. Supple and smooth texture with soft banana notes makes for supremely easy drinking. It’s all here: fragrance, taste, balance and texture, in perfect harmony.
Grade: Daiginjo
Brewery: Akita Brewing Company
Region: Akita
Rice polishing: 50%
Size: 640ml | ABV: 17%
In 3 words: Aromatic, unrestrained, complex
Within this stunning bottle lies a stunning sake, packed full of surprises. Brewed with a 'low-intervention' style, the final product does not go through the usual charcoal filtering (Muroka) or dilution with water (Genshu), resulting in fresh apple on the nose and a rich, complex, full flavour.
Grade: Daiginjo (Muroka Genshu)
Brewery: Shirakabegura
Region: Nada, Hyogo
Rice polishing: 50%
Size: 720ml | ABV: 12%
In 3 words: Unique, tart, berry
A uniquely pink-hued sake, its colour coming from a very unusual red yeast called 'Sekishoku Kobo'. On the nose: a basket of summer berries, grapefruit, cranberry, tomato water, grass and sherry, with vividly fresh acidity. Juicy but dry, crisp and a little tart, sweet but not too sweet. With eyes open, taste plum, cranberries and crisp red tart apples; with eyes closed, sweet rice, orange and apricot, finishing with a sweet-tart snap. A lower 12% ABV genshu that drinks best in a larger glass. Marvellous as an aperitif, much like a crisp rosé.
Grade: Junmai Daiginjo Genshu
Brewery: Ryujin Shuzo
Region: Gunma
Size: 3 x 300ml or 3 x 720ml | ABV: 14-16%
In 3 words: Premium sake trio
A tasting set of premium sake that showcases three unique expressions of the Daiginjo grade from three respected breweries. Daiginjo uses highly polished sake rice (milled down to 50% or less of its original size) resulting in a clean, refined beverage that pairs superbly with sushi and sashimi.
Grades: Junmai Daiginjo, Daiginjo
Awards: IWC Gold