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MichaelMichael
I’m a Wine Educator in the Napa Valley (USA), and am trying to expand my knowledge into Sake.

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Urakasumi“Karakuchi”本醸造
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Michael
Very faint on the nose to me, possibly floral with a hint of citrus and honey. Very smooth with just a hint of a “burn” as it disappears.
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Michael
The nose is filled with the fragrance of sweet rice and a hint of something fruity or floral. Sweet and pleasant on the tongue with a hint of wood in the finish.
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Michael
A beautiful floral scent that leads into a not cloying, but slightly sweet flavor with a lovely mouthfeel. It’s the second product I’ve had from the “Heavensake” portfolio, and they’ve both been wonderful.
Tamagawa“Kinsho” Heart Of Gold大吟醸古酒
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Michael
Fresh and floral and a little grassy on the nose. On the palate there’s something spicy and a touch of alcohol. A nice smoothness, but with a touch of “burn” at the end.
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Michael
Floral and slightly fruity on the nose, very lively as it hits the palate. Soft and pretty on the tongue and with a touch of sweetness, but not enough to deter me.
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Michael
Beautiful rice notes on the nose which leads to a nutty, rice quality on the palate. I’m definitely getting the “cashew” that the tasting notes indicate. It’s got a rich body and the flavors explode as you roll it around on your tongue.
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Michael
Floral, soft and elegant, it’s a true beauty. A light but silky body, it dances on the tongue. A touch of “alcohol bite” in the finish (if it’s too cold), but not enough to detract from its overall beauty. Definitely will buy again.
TsukinokatsuraTsuki no Katsura “Iwaimai”純米吟醸原酒発泡
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Michael
My first ever sparkling sake. The fact that’s it’s unfiltered gives it a rich taste and a fantastic texture. It also has a bit of sweetness and the fact that it’s undiluted gives it a bit of alcohol bite, but the richness seems to overcome that. A lovely texture on the palate… I’m really enjoying this.
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