かぶら
Clear and colorless
The aroma is reminiscent of freshly ground powder, which gives the impression of being polished to a level higher than 45%.
The aroma is typical of iso-ish sake, with elegant aromas of banana, melon, and tropical fruits, and floral aromas like white flowers.
The overtly sweet fruity aroma can be clearly detected in the nose.
The attack is slightly sweet, and its presence on the palate, combined with its robust umami, is unmatched.
The acidity is moderate and tightens the flavor profile, creating a well-defined but not too tight texture.
Slight bitterness develops in the latter half.
Jyushidai's pure large standard cuvée.
Although the rice polishing is not so high (45%), the overwhelmingly clean aroma of raw materials and fruitiness is reminiscent of a much higher rice polishing ratio.
The attack has a surprisingly firm sweetness.
The bitterness that develops in the latter half is not rough and has a good sharpness.
The individual elements are not of outstanding quality, but they are all integrated at a very high level, giving the impression of a sake that has been thoroughly finished to an excellent standard.
If I had to use a strong analogy, I would say that this sake is like a softer, more supple version of Tasake, with less bitterness and more elegance.
I admire the fact that it has achieved such a high reputation by aiming for high quality without asserting a strong individuality.
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