Hirai – Daiginjo Sake
Japan
Japan
Sake
Sake
The Facts
Origins Japan > Japan
Appellation Niigata
Winemaking Brewed using Go Hyaku Mangoku rice polished 48% and wild native yeast.
Alcohol Content 14.5 %
Serendipity Markets Texas
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The Character
Tasting Notes A good example of Honjozo’s dry and clean finish and vibrant aromas. The Honjozo’s smoothness makes it more versatile to pair with variety of food. Gohyaku Mangoku is one of the premiere sake rice from Niigata. Polished to 48%, this Daiginjo has vibrant aromas and crisp finish.
Overall Clean & vibrant
Mouthfeel Smooth & crisp
Aromas Savory aroma of fresh cooked rice with hints of tropical fruit
Selling Point Cross over sake for wine lovers who are new to sake
Pairings Arugula salad, Cajun gumbo
Sustainability Natural Fermentation
The Story
Daiginjo trade up from our most popular brand. Hirai over delivers again, this time with a Daiginjo.
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About Hirai
Brand Story
Established in 1781, traditional hand crafted sake is brewed by the Toji (master brewer) with over 5 decades of experience. The Toji prides himself on achieving sophisticated drinkability that reflect the purity of the rice and the snowmelt water of Niigata. Koshi Tsukano delivers artisan sakes paying homage to ‘old school’ sake making techniques full of flavor and complexity.
Brand Story
Established in 1781, traditional hand crafted sake is brewed by the Toji (master brewer) with over 5 decades of experience. The Toji prides himself on achieving sophisticated drinkability that reflect the purity of the rice and the snowmelt water of Niigata. Koshi Tsukano delivers artisan sakes paying homage to ‘old school’ sake making techniques full of flavor and complexity.
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