Abe (720 ml) Junmai, Niigata Prefecture

Item Number: 23550

UPC: 0-850039424540

Country: Japan
Region: Chubu
Sub Region: Niigata Prefecture
Estate Grown Wine: No
Grape(s): Local Niigata Rice
Type: Sake - Junmai
Style: Junmai
Bottle Size: 720 ml
Pack: 12
Closure: Glass Stopper
Alc by Vol(%): 14

Abe Junmai boasts a distinctive umami flavor profile upon the first sip, complemented by hints of melon that transition to a grapefruit-like bitterness upon finishing. This sake is crafted using the same brewing techniques and style as Abe's Junmai Ginjo, but with a lower rice polish ratio. Moreover, instead of adhering to a cookie-cutter recipe or methodology, the team prioritizes the unique character of each individual tank. As a result, the taste for each lot of Abe Junmai changes slightly depending on the individuality of each tank.

Recommended Temperature: 40 degrees F (clear and light) or 50-60 degrees F (more complex and umami forward)

Recommended Pairing: Raw bar, especially oysters, with the addition of lemon