うみねこ
I went to Minamiaizu Town in Fukushima Prefecture on a business trip. Minamiaizu town is famous for its sake brewing, and there are many sake breweries in the town such as Kokon Shuzo, Kaito Otokoyama Shuzo, Aizu Shuzo (Kinmon Aizu, Yamano I) and Hanaizumi Shuzo (Kuchiman). This time we went to a liquor store in the town and bought a "Kokugon Junmai Daiginjo" on the recommendation of the owner. We had never seen this label before, but it seems to be an ale against the recent corona crisis. The brewer is in a serious situation, and we are bowed to them.
The ginjo aroma has a gorgeous peachy feel to it.
It's soft on the palate and comes in like water. As the rice is polished to 40%, the taste is clean and clear in the beginning. However, as it goes down your throat, the aroma and flavor of the rice spreads quickly. It is a big-boned sake with a full-bodied flavor that is typical of Kokugon while retaining the gorgeousness of a Junmai Daiginjo.
I like Kokugon the best among Minamiaizu's sake. Whenever I drink Kokugon, I feel that I am drinking sake. I am thankful that I am able to drink sake as usual even in this corona ravaged area, and I want to drink it again today. I think.
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nabe
If you are in Minamiaizu, please come to Kobayashi Brewery. My classmate Mari would like to recommend a drink for you. (lol)
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うみねこ
Thanks for your comment, nabe! I bought this sake from Kyoya Sake Shop, but I've actually visited Kobayashi Sake Shop as well. I haven't met Mari, so I'll have to visit again when I'm on a business trip!
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