くろねこくますけ
This is a well-known unfiltered sake from SENKYO. Assemblage is a "blending of sake" that has been on the rise recently. It is mainly blended with food pairings in mind, and is also attracting attention in Kiku-Masamune Brewery's "Hyakumoku".
Now, a few days after opening the bottle, the aroma is rather mild. It is calm in the midst of a gorgeous aroma typical of Sentori with a hint of acidity.
The taste is surprisingly round, with a mild sourness characteristic of Sengoku and a hint of sweetness. The finish is slightly lingering with a strong bitterness (almost mineral).
It is a tasteful bottle, just like a sparkler. The recommendation is of course to chill it in the refrigerator, but I think it is also enjoyable at room temperature as one way to savor it. It may be "chic" to drink it slowly with a slightly larger sake cup.
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