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Hiokizakura Yama Yosoofu: Tokubetsu Junmai

English: Cherry Blossoms of Hioki

Background

Hiokizakura’s Yama Yosoofu is a single pasteurized autumn release sake, known as hiyaoroshi.  It is produced using Yamada Nishiki and Tama Sakae sake brewing rice.  

Special Characteristics

A super dry and moderate-bodied session sake. 

Rice Variety: Yamada Nishiki

Sake Meter Value: +9.0

Milling: 60%

Alcohol By Volume: 15 - 16 %

Preferred Serving Temperature:

On-The-RocksChilledRoom TempWarmHot

Recommended Serving Vessels: Sake Glass, Sake Cup, Masu

Available Sizes

300 mL
720 mL
1.8 L

Distribution

Nationwide

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Location

Region: Chugoku
Prefecture: Tottori

Taste Profile

+5.5
Sweet
Dry
+2.0
Light
Rich

Tasting Notes

Calming aromas of banana and lemon drops.  Initial acidity comes on strong but is nearly undetectable from the second sip.  Layered fruit nuances are supplanted by moderate acidity and a subtle astringent finish.