Kameizumi's draft sake is extremely rare. So I asked them to bring it to me.
The cel24 yeast really has a pineapple aroma, which surprised me ... .
It was delicious!
Kameizumi Shuzo's "Kameizumi Junmai Ginjo Hiyahoroshi" (Hiyahoroshi), using "Kaze Naruko" (Takayuki 63) rice
From Tosa City, Kochi Prefecture, comes a hiyaoroshi from the very popular Kameizumi brewery using "Kaze Naruko" (Takayuki 63) rice as the raw material.
Different from conventional CEL24, it has a refreshing grape-like mouthfeel, a gentle umami that spreads on the palate, and a sharp, well-balanced aftertaste that is very pleasant.
As with hiyaoroshi, the sense of effervescence is weak, but the freshness without a hint of aging and the crisp, dry aftertaste will keep you coming back for more.
A refreshing fruity gem for this still hot season.
Alcohol content: 16.5
Sake meter : +4.0
Acidity: 1.7
Amino acidity: -1.7
Rice used: Kaze Naruko
Rice polishing ratio : 55
Brand name】Kameizumi Junmai Daiginjo Genshu CEL-24 Aizan
Kameizumi Shuzo Corporation (Dema, Tosa City, Kochi Prefecture)
Type of Sake: Junmai Daiginjyo (Nama-shu)
Rice used: 100% Aizan from Hyogo Prefecture.
Rice polishing ratio] 40
Alcohol content] 14% [Sake alcohol content] -14% [Sake alcohol content] -14
Sake meter: -14%, Acidity: 1.0
Acidity] 1.9
Amino Acidity】1.9
Yeast] Kochi yeast CEL-24
Sake Cup】Wine glass
Aroma】+2.5(Tropical fruits: pineapple, mango, white peach, lychee, muscat)
Appearance】Crystal
[Taste] [Mouthfeel
Body: 1.5
Acidity: 2.0
Sweetness: 2.5
Umami: 1.5
Bitterness: 1.0
Aftertaste: Medium to slightly long. Sweetness and acidity remain on the tongue as fruitiness.
Impression: Fruity, juicy, sweet.
Although it is the same CEL24, the aroma is intentionally less flamboyant and more beautiful than the Gin-no-Yume we tasted earlier. The taste is also restrained, but has a gentle and delicate balance with the added fullness and thickness typical of Aizan. It has the feel of a carefully crafted high-class sake. It is very instructive.
Repeat Score] 2.0
Brand name】Kameizumi Junmai Ginjyo Harajuku CEL-24 Nama Shu
Kameizumi Shuzo Corporation (Dema, Tosa City, Kochi Prefecture)
Kind of Sake: Junmai Ginjo (Namaishu)
Rice used: 100% Gin-no-Yume
Rice polishing ratio] 50%.
Alcohol content] 14% [Sake alcohol content] -12
Sake meter] -12% [Sake meter] -12% [Acidity
Acidity] 2.2
Amino Acidity】1.2
Yeast] Kochi yeast CEL-24
Sake Cup】Wine glass
Aroma】+2.5(Muscat, pineapple, lychee, white peach, rummy)
Appearance】Crystal
[Taste] [Mouthfeel
Body: 1.5
Acidity: 2.0 (gorgeous and refreshing)
Sweetness: 2.5
Umami: 1.0
Bitterness: 1.0
Lingering: Medium. Fruit-like sweetness and acidity quickly disappear.
Impression] Fruity juicy sweet
The third blind tasting.
The moment you smell this one, you can tell it's from a brewery.
The "tropical bombastic aroma" and "sweet and sourness" characteristic of CEL-24 yeast are in full bloom. The sake level is -12, which is a big minus, but the acidity keeps it from being too sweet. I am wondering what to pair it with.
Pairing] Aroma is difficult to match. It is best served with cheese, fruits, and dishes with sweet and sour sauces, or enjoyed on its own as an aperitif.
Repeat Score: 1.5