Asahi Hawk Fresh Stored 2024.4
There is not much of a sense of maturity, perhaps because it is ice cold stored.
On the contrary, it is a strong sake which may be difficult to understand.
The aroma is mild and gentle, but it is also iso-ish.
After a smooth but round and soft texture on the tongue, a gentle and tangy acidity is pleasantly felt, followed by umami and a moderate sweetness.
The overt aroma is also gorgeous but soft and calm, with a smooth and beautiful taste from the mid-palate and a pleasant light bitterness in the aftertaste.
Personally, I have had many kinds of sake from Takagi Shuzo, but I think this is the best one to drink with food.
Thank you very much for the sake.
Tokusen Asahitaka Nama-Shu
It is stable. It is the best.
If I were asked which sake I would drink every day, I would be the first one to mention it. LOL!
At Masuhan, Koriyama City
I never thought I would be able to drink Asahitaka in Fukushima!
Attack is normal, sweet,
Maybe a little melon-like.
Sourness is a little, but bitterness spreads later.
Takagi Shuzo's Honjozo is very good!
I would like to have it again if I have a chance!
I didn't expect to be able to drink it in Kanagawa Prefecture, where I couldn't even drink it in Yamagata Prefecture...I should drink it in my hometown! But since I couldn't drink it even in Yamagata, it's a good thing.
Now, the first taste...
It has a fresh aroma like freshly pressed sake, and a slightly sweet and fresh mouthfeel. While it is clear, the umami of the rice spreads slowly and fades away with a sharp aftertaste. It has a sense of stability that blends easily into the meal, and is a true masterpiece.
Well, I must visit Yamagata again. ❗️
Dr. Jay & Nobby It was a liquor store that had Asahi Taka🦅 in stock, but they said they only get it in once a month. Well, it was in Zao Onsen. Also, they dumped me at the airport 😭I think there are some places in the city where you can buy it.