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The first impression is of mellowness typical of junmai, with a full-bodied sweetness and richness. The acidity is low. Despite its robust flavor, the lingering aftertaste is crisp and clean, which is typical of Niigata.
Fresh cream, cooked rice, grapefruit, honeysuckle, and a hint of white peach.
Compared to Uonuma Junmai Tanrei Sharakuchi from the same brewery, the taste is in the same direction, but this one is more robust.
It is 70% polished rice, fire-roasted, and stored at room temperature, and has a firm fruity aroma. It is by far better than Kozen Josui! That is my honest impression. It is sold only in the Uonuma area for 980 yen. I envy the people of Uonuma who can make this their everyday sake 😳.
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