こるね＜The freshness of citrus and a hint of peppermint.
The aroma is amazing! Rich sweet summer citrus. And the gentle natural Hakka, which is different from strong and hard refined mint, is soft and fluffy. This is refreshing and pleasant!
When you put it in your mouth, you will be hit with the refreshing sourness and bitterness of sweet summer. The acidity swells from there, and a gentle sweetness also comes out softly. Finally, there is the gentle bitterness of the ama-satsuma peppermint. This bitterness is mildly refreshing and seems to go well with many dishes. The aftertaste is a menthol of the peppermint, which disappears nicely with a faint trace of menthol.
I am not very good at sake with a moderate sweetness and a strong sourness. But I don't mind that at all with this sake. Wow!
If I were to use a Ghibli analogy, it would be the theme song from "The Cat Returns", "Kaze ni Naru". It is a fresh and cheerful masterpiece, like a spring breeze. I actually like this song more than the main movie.
Degree of liking: ★★★★*
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