I'm going to Kochi next time I'm in Japan, so I thought I'd clear out as much Kochi sake as I can find in the Kanto area before I go.
Sweet and tasty - I love western sake!
But the alcohol taste is quite strong!
Commentary.
This "Minami Karakuchi THE BOON!" was brewed with Yatanishiki and a yeast called AA41.
Kochi yeast AA41 is an isoamyl acetate yeast that produces a banana-like aroma.
The aroma is full of isoamyls, mainly banana and melon, with a creamy custard-like aroma.
The fresh mouthfeel is balanced with a rich, thick flavor and delicate acidity that is hard to believe it is dry.
The wine has a slightly darker impression than usual, with a "dry but profound taste.
It is fruity and delicious.
South's Concept Worker's Selection.
I don't remember drinking the regular South last year, but it's a balance of clean and fruity, not rugged at all, delicious!
Minami Shuzo is a small sake brewery located in Yasuda-cho, Kochi Prefecture, with an annual production of about 300 koku.
One koku equals 100 bottles, so 300 koku is only about 30,000 bottles.
Minami Shuzo's sake is dry and acidic, typical of Tosa, and is carefully handmade.
The standard junmai ginjo-shu is brewed with Matsuyama Mitsui, a locally grown rice, while this Banshu Yamadanishiki is made with Banshu Yamadanishiki,
This Banshu Yamadanishiki 50% is made from 50% polished Yamadanishiki from Hyogo Prefecture and brewed with Kochi Prefecture yeast,
This Banshu Yamadanishiki 50% is made with 50% Yamadanishiki from Hyogo Prefecture and brewed with Kochi Prefecture yeast.
This Junmai Ginjo has a delicious flavor with the thickness and fullness of the rice.