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Shirakawago Sasanigori:
Junmai Ginjyo
English: Snowy Village
Background
Shirakawago is superb unfiltered sake made from Hidahomare rice. Blended with Moromi (sake-mash), its mellow flavor and wealthy aroma is best enjoyed chilled or on the rocks. Awarded Silver in the Wine and Spirits Wholesaler's of America 68th Annual Convention & Exposition Wine Tasting Competition.
Special Characteristics
Medium Dry & Rich
Rice Variety:
Gifu Hidahomare
Sake Meter Value:
+1.5
Milling:
60%
Alcohol By Volume:
15 - 16 %
Preferred Serving Temperature:
On-The-Rocks | Chilled | Room Temp | Warm | Hot |
Recommended Serving Vessels:
Stemware, Sake Glass, Sake Cup, Masu
Available Sizes
- 300 mL
- 720 mL
- 1.8 L
Distribution
Nationwide
Location
Region: Chubu
Prefecture: Gifu
Taste Profile
Tasting Notes
Lightly cloudy with a consistent whitish hue. Aromas are delicate, hinting at newly blossomed flowers, cucumbers and fresh spring water. The flavor is almost sweet in the mouth, with a deep minerality and flowers on the finish. Easy to enjoy.