Urakasumi 'Misty Bay' Junmai 720ml
Urakasumi 'Misty Bay' Junmai 720ml
Size: 720ml | ABV: 15%
In 3 words: Soft, savoury, smooth
A true chameleon of the sake world, this customer favourite Junmai epitomizes perfect balance. In the glass, it shows a pale yellow sheen and a soft, inviting nose of rice, dried leaves, and rich Koji notes reminiscent of fluffy pancakes and roasted chestnuts.
This sake stands-out by virtue of its versatility, transforming beautifully across different temperatures:
Chilled: It reveals a bright, fruitier profile of soft pear and mellow mango, accented by playful hints of peach and cotton candy.
Room Temperature: The structure deepens, unveiling a new level of complexity. Savoury chocolate and a slight white pepper kick emerge, followed by bold acidity and a soft umami.
Subtle yet elusive, this Junmai sits remarkably well on the palate with a gentle, classic smoothness. Whether you're a fan of Sauvignon Blanc or real ale, you’ll appreciate its elegant chocolate bitterness and clean, savoury aftertaste.
Grade: Junmai
Awards: Gold medal Junmai, 2016, 2017 - U.S. National Sake Appraisal;
Gold medal - The Fine SAKE Awards 2016
Brewery: Urakasumi
Region: Miyagi
Rice polishing: 65%
Try pairing me with burger and fries
Product Details
Rice variety: Manamusume
Sweet or dry: Medium-dry
Acidity: 1.5
Sake Meter Value +2
Food Pairing: Burger and fries, Roast beef, Sausage and mash, Grilled, BBQ Prawns, Calamari or onion rings
Serving temp: Chilled to Room temperature
Dietary: No sulfites, no preservatives. vegetarian, vegan
The Brewery
Urakasumi
Urakasumi, located in the town of Shiogama, Miyagi prefecture, on Japan's North East coast, translates in English as “Misty Bay” (ura is “bay” and kasumi is “mist”), simply capturing its picturesque seaside surroundings.
At a glance:
195 year old, 13th generation family-run brewery
37 Gold Prizes in Annual Japan Sake Awards & won more Gold Prizes than any other sake producer in Japan.
Medalled every year in the London IWC (International Wine Challenge) since 2007
Painstakingly rebuilt after being devastated by the Great East Japan Earthquake in 2011
