Houken Junmai Ginjo Kure.
Houken, which prefers to use Hachitan-Nishiki produced in Hiroshima Prefecture, has gone even further in localization and brewed this one with Hachitan-Nishiki produced in Kure.
It has a soft, citrus-like aroma on the nose,
The elegant acidity is impressive. The sharpness of the aftertaste is a quintessential Houken.
A quail egg marinated in miso to complement the sweetness and umami is also a good match.
The final dish is an autumn special, soba noodles with croquettes filled with mushrooms!
9.3
The aroma is subdued, with a gentle sweet aroma derived from rice.
Medium sweetness spreads in the mouth. It is not very fruity, but if one were to say, it is melon and lychee-like. The finish is clean with a trace of alcohol and a subtle bitterness that does not touch the palate. It is easy to drink and delicious as a light dry sake.