Tamagawa Tokubetsu Junmai 720ml
Tamagawa Tokubetsu Junmai 720ml
Size: 720ml | ABV: 16-17%
In 3 words: Simply happier hot
Best enjoyed warmed, this is a classic junmai with rich, crisp flavour which complements fresh seafood (crab, oysters etc) as well as tremendous match for tempura, fried foods, and all fuller-flavoured items on Japanese menus. Smokey, nutty top notes are joined by zingy berry-like fruitiness and plenty of rice-driven umami.
Grade: Junmai
Brewery: Kinoshita
Region: Kyoto
Rice polishing: 66%
Try pairing me with prawn tempura
Product Details
Rice variety: Kitanishiki (Hyogo Prefecture)
Sweet or dry: Medium sweet
Sake Meter Value +4.4
Acidity: 1.6
Food Pairing: crab, oysters, gyoza, karaaage chicken, tempura
Serving temp: Chilled to Room Temperature
Dietary: No sulfites, no preservatives. vegetarian, vegan
The Brewery
Kinoshita
A flagship sake brand from the Kinoshita brewery, Tamagawa has delighted drinkers around the world with its versatile flavours and food-friendly nature. An interesting note about Kinoshita is that the toji (master brewer) is from the UK and that Tamagawa sake continues to be revered throughout the industry.
At a glance:
The brand name means Jewel River
Philip Harper, from Cornwall, England, joined in 2007 as Toji (head brewer)
Kinoshita have a 3U (unfiltered, undiluted, unpasturised) approach to sake production
Size: 3 x 720ml
In 3 words: Rich Robust Umami
Part of our Sommelier Tasting Series, this bold trio of sake showcases the rich and mellow world of the KIMOTO style. This traditional method introduces a natural lactic acid bacteria to sterilise the yeast, water, rice and koji mixture that starts the whole sake-making process. Sake fans rejoice as you compare and contrast these three fun and flavourful brews at a variety of temperatures.
Size: 3 x 720ml
In 3 words: Fresh, zesty unpasturised
Part of our Sommelier Tasting Series, this bundle of Namazake highlights the vibrancy of sake that has forgone the pasturisation. These brews are carefully chosen to show off the bright zesty freshness that only Nama can deliver. Expect juicy acidity and a crisp, clean finishes that are a joy to drink.
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.
Size: 2 x 720ml | ABV: 16-21%
Grade: Tokubetsu Junmai; Yamahai Genshu Junmai
Brewery: Tamagawa
Region: Kyoto
Size: 720ml | ABV: 16%
In three words: Perfect beginner’s sake
Great value, award-winning sake, great for both sake newbies and experts. A subtle whiff of banana penny sweets on the beak makes you want to dive right in. Then it's beautiful soft and clean junmai with melon and pear flavours, a moderate acidity and umami taste that emerges as the bottle warms from chilled to room temperature. This is a must try!
Grade: Tokubetsu Junmai
Brewery: Nanbu Bijin
Region: Iwate
Rice polishing: 55%
Awards: IWC Silver, 2017
Size: 750ml | ABV: 15.5%
In three words: Smooth modern sake
Brewed in Hyōgo, birthplace of premium sake, using finely polished ginpu rice and soft Miyamizu water. Exceptionally smooth, with delicate notes of honeydew melon, honey and grapefruit zest. Naturally high in umami and low in acidity, with a clean, modern profile that’s designed to appeal to wine and cocktail drinkers alike.
Grade: Daiginjo
Brewery: Dreamsake
Region: Hyōgo, Japan
Rice polishing: 50%
Size: 700ml | ABV: 15%
In three words: Balanced, versatile, rich
Junmai locally brewed in Peckham, with a fruity and refreshing taste tailored to appeal to first-time sake drinkers. A balanced, umami rich sake with a medium dry finish. Evoking flavours of cream, pear, green apple skin and light praline.
Grade: Junmai
Brewery: Shogun
Region: Peckham, London
Rice polishing: 70%
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%
10% discount on orders by the case. Contact us for details.
Size: 720ml | ABV: 16%
In 3 words: Soft, fruity & mellow
Known as Black Dragonfly, this is a powerful, rich Junmaï Kimoto, with lightly smoky, cereal notes, as well as hints of citrus fruit and pineapple. The palate is dry and lactic, leading to a complex notes of dark chocolate, roasted hazelnuts, and baked apples. Layers of umami build to a lingering savoury and spicy finish reminiscent of black pepper. A superb introduction to the Kimoto style.
Grade: Junmai (Kimoto)
Brewery: Izumibashi
Region: Kanagawa
Rice polishing: 65%
Size: 3 x 720ml
In 3 words: Warm to perfection
Part of our Sommelier Tasting Series, this carefully selected trio of sake highlights the unique beauty of sake when warmed. These brews are carefully designed to open up new flavours when heated, showcasing this amazing feature of Japan’s national beverage. Scan the bottle labels and you’ll find our guide to warming sake to walk you through the process and find the perfect serving temperature.