Uroko Hizou Sake
Shimazaki Shuzo in Nasutoriyama, Tochigi, Japan 🇯🇵
Saké - Daiginjo Regular|
Score
6.87
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Daiginjo Koshu aged sake which started since 1970. A cave matured sake that has been aged at a low temperature in a cave. In addition to maintaining a temperature zone that does not overheat, the waves of seasonal temperature changes are added to create more complex waves of aging, creating a mellow and unique taste over time. It has the clean and mild taste with gentle honey and nuts notes - it's gentle matured aroma will enhance the taste of food. Pale amber. A modest bouquet scent and light aged incense. It has a smooth taste, and the character of aged sake begins to appear. Storage Method: Stored and Aged in a Cave Bottled. Rice type: Yamadanishiki sake rice. Polishing ratio (seimaibuai) (精米歩合): 40%. Sake Meter Value (nihonshudo) (日本酒度): +2. Amino acid: 1.3. Aminoacidity 1.2. Serve at 18 ° C. Serving temperature: chilled◎ warm○. Bottle size: 300 ml, 720 ml.
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7.4/10
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Appearance 6
Aroma 7
Flavor 7.5
Texture 8
Overall 8
Drank at room temperature (recommended temperature). The consistency of the liquid is clear. The color is slightly yellowish. The olfactory intensity is high and lasts appreciably. The taste on the nose - dominant aroma is of malted rice Koji. The taste on the nose - secondary aromas finds hints of apricot, strawberry, coconut, mushroom, almond, oak, white flowers and white mushrooms. The first impression of intensity in the mouth is of strong sake. The aroma on the tongue is rather dry. The body is structured. The taste intensity is high, and the taste persistence is good. The taste is pleasant. The final mouth sensations are of drinkable sake. The palate ends with hints of cognac, dried fruit, umami, soy sauce, caramel, dried apricot, green apple, mushroom, spring water, honey, resin, pine and anise.
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from Bottle
on 05 Aug 2023
at 11:25