Yamakawa Mitsuo, formed by four breweries in Yamagata Prefecture, is finally celebrating its 10th anniversary. To commemorate this anniversary this year, each brewery is brewing a celebratory sake in turn. The "Dewa Sanzu" rice used again this year is the most standard variety of sake rice in Yamagata Prefecture and is produced in large quantities. Highly polished rice gives it a clean and soft taste.
Yamagata Prefecture uses 100% rice grown under contract in the Kashiwaguraden district. And in honor of the 10th anniversary, Association No. 10 yeast was used for this year's product. This yeast is characterized by low acidity and a gorgeous, elegant ginjo aroma reminiscent of melon and pear. Slow fermentation at a low temperature produces a soft yet dignified finish with a well-balanced aroma and taste.
I purchased this bottle at Sasaya-san, where I stopped by during my trip to Tendo City, Yamagata Prefecture, in September.
The bottle we brought with us was the regular distribution version of Junmai Daiginjo bottle-warmed and fire-aged sake.
It is an anniversary limited edition autumn sake from Mitsuo Yamakawa.
Kojima Sohonten of Toko is in charge of brewing.
The rice used is 100% Dewa Sanzu produced in Yamagata Prefecture.
Polishing ratio is 50%.
Alcohol content is 14%.
Association yeast No. 10 was used to commemorate the 10th anniversary 🤗.
The aroma when the bottle is opened has a mild and elegant fruity aroma. The light aroma of bananas and white peaches and the soft aroma of freshly cooked rice rise up in a flurry without being too gorgeous.
When poured into a sake cup, it has a clear, light golden color with a smooth and silky nature.
When you take a sip, the mouthfeel is soft and reserved. Gentle rice flavor and mild acidity make up the fullness of the flavor. There is a natural fruitiness that is not spectacular. The aftertaste is crisp with little bitterness or astringency. A hint of rice sweetness is perceived as a lingering aftertaste that is not too long. It is not too flashy, but has a calm and gentle taste. After all, Yamakawa Mitsuo is not to be missed. We also enjoyed the autumn sake.
Home drinking. Sake from a project formed by four breweries. The name of the brand is taken from the Chinese characters of each brewery. It has a strong, deep flavor.
Brewed with Sobei early maturing rice (ancient rice)
Mitsuo Yamakawa 2025 Aki.
They tried brewing it with No. 10 yeast to commemorate their 10th anniversary.
It has a gentle heady aroma with pineapple-like nuances, a deep yet fruity sweetness, a firm umami, and a pleasant acidity that adorns a nice lingering finish.
Serve with soba miso.
This time, one item from Kojima Sohonten 🍶.
Refreshing aroma like pineapple 🍍 Light and refreshing taste
Light and refreshing 🎵
Fresh taste 😋.
The umami and acidity build up the freshness 😉.
The finish is also very nice 👍️
