2023 Kamoshibito Kuheiji 'Betsu Atsurae,' Junmai Daiginjo Sake (720 ml)

The sake rice used for Kuheiji Betsu Atsurae is 100% Yamada Nishiki harvested in the Kurodasho area in Hyogo prefecture. The rice is polished down to 35% of the rice grain remaining. Putting your nose in the glass (we used a white wine glass), one notices fragrant white flowers, shaved fennel, a dollop of peach, and light pineapple. The sake mildly coats your palate with good acidity present and lifted structure. It is neutral like rainwater in terms of sweetness and ends with a glimmering finish.