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Nichinichi
65(12.17%)
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54(10.11%)
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54(10.11%)
Koeigiku
48(8.99%)
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48(8.99%)

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86(13.19%)
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75(11.5%)
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63(9.66%)
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Pineapple, higher alcohol, xylitol berry gum, Japanese paper, and aroma typical of Iomangoku. Smooth and tangy mouthfeel. Deep sweetness, rich umami. Sourness and mineral brine and bitterness follow. Rich impression for an early rice. Match with Yose hot tofu, Caprese, Tajiriya's Wasabi-zuke (pickled wasabi), lightly pickled daikon radish from Nishikari, and saury grilled in Saikyo style.
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Very tasty. Peach blossom, high alcohol, cherry, carbonation, rice and cloves, vitamin carbonated drink-like aroma. Slightly smooth and finely effervescent mouthfeel. Modest sweetness, sharp citrus-like acidity. Mineral and sports drink-like brine. Delicate, refreshing, white yeast-like taste and great flavors. Serve with Nishikari bamboo shoots, edamame tofu, fried Chinese cabbage and bean sprouts.
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Aromas of plum syrup, pears and Onshu mandarins, malted rice, and chocolate. Slightly smooth mouthfeel. Sweet and sour and juicy. Deep sweetness and firm umami. Sourness and bitterness that lighten the aftertaste. Serve with fresh onion salad, hot tofu, sashimi of squid, kawahagi sashimi, and roast beef.
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abeシルバーおりがらみ
阿部酒造Niigata
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Very tasty. Whey, banana, melon soda, rice and chalky notes. Strongly effervescent with a matte mouthfeel. Lush and fresh, the flavor expands with the effervescence. Refreshing, citrusy acidity and bitterness keep the drink going. Serve with boiled tofu, grilled and soaked eggplant with fresh onion, and satsuma-age.
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Gentle rummy, grape and melon gum aroma. Slightly effervescent mouthfeel. Extremely delicate this year. Great flavors and wateriness. Full flavor, good acidity, a hint of sweetness, and a tight astringency. Serve with squid, sea bream sashimi, or caprese.
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Aromas of cedar, rice and banana. Smooth mouthfeel. Sweet and rich flavor. Noble flavors. Low acidity and long finish. Pair with caprese or sukiyaki, which is made with the finest ingredients.
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Very tasty. Mild peach, soda, rice and whey aroma. Slightly mellow, slightly effervescent mouthfeel. Hard, clean minerality. Mellow, full flavor and crisp acidity. Slightly sweet, with a pleasant saltiness. Serve with caprese, shrimp soup, quiche pizza.
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Very tasty. Gentle grape, vinegar iso, vanilla, melon soda, clove, and St. Julien red wine-like aromas. Smooth, slightly effervescent mouthfeel. The palate has a firm, watery, brine-like quality to it. There is also a hint of sweetness and acidity derived from the umami. Great flavors. Pair with boiled tofu, grilled eggplant, homemade pickles, and quiche from Seijo Ishii. Repeat because it is delicious. It is best to wait until the third day after opening the bottle.
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Light yogurt, rice flour, banana, carbonation, lint, clay and glycerin aromas. Fine effervescence, matte texture. Sweet and sour, with a rich, full, dark flavor. Clean minerality and great flavors. Pair with chilled tomato pasta, Seijo Ishii's small basket of rice, or La Bettra's recipe for egg dishes.
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abeThe sazanami 五百万石
阿部酒造Niigata
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Whey, blue apple, carbonation, baby underwear scent. Fine bubbles like Champagne. Gentle, full flavor and deep, elegant sweetness. Sharp acidity, firm bitterness. Serve with caprese, shrimp cocktail, or tempura of cod roe.
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Aromas of gentle peach, rum, rice, soda, and sakura mochi. Mellow, effervescent mouthfeel. Sweet, sour and juicy. Light saltiness and clean watery taste. Rich umami and moderate bitterness. Good sharpness. Serve with hot tofu, caprese, vermicelli salad, or sauteed southern chicken.
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Melon gum, grapes, cream, and incense. Smooth and effervescent mouthfeel. Very juicy. Slightly sweet and rich. A firm brine with acidity and minerality. Serve with boiled tofu, squid sashimi, grilled vegetables, spring vegetables, and roast beef.
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Very tasty. Notes of grapes, banana, whey and chamomile. Light and fine effervescence, with a matte texture of puffy origami. Slightly sweet and gentle flavor. Sharp grapefruit-like acidity and bitterness. Serve with sesame-dressed tomatoes, coleslaw salad, puffer fish, squid, seared octopus, and sea bream sashimi.
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Denshu渡船二号純米吟醸
Nishida ShuzotenAomori
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Aromas of apple, rice, spices, and rice wine. A thick mouthfeel. Sweet and mellow flavor. Although heavy, it is not dull at all due to the acidity and wateriness. Serve with boiled tofu, stewed eggplant, or Milanese cutlet.
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Sawayamatsumoto守破離　五百万石
Matsumoto ShuzoKyoto
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Calming lactic acid, grape, and cosmetic scents. Slightly effervescent and fine-grained. Citrus-like acidity, moderate umami. Delicate and gentle wateriness. Light bitterness. Serve with boiled tofu, pickled Chinese cabbage, snow crab, fritters of queen crab, mozzarella, asparagus and tomatoes with egg.
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Mimurosugi辛口　露葉風純米
Imanishi ShuzoNara
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Very good. Mild rum, rice, grapes, spices, red wine and popcorn aromas. Smooth mouthfeel. Soft and rich flavor, cool acidity, clear hard water. Serve with hot tofu, pickled Chinese cabbage, caprese, or sautéed southern chicken.
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AKABU結の香　new born
赤武酒造Iwate
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Aromas of pineapple, carbonation, cooked rice, lemon coke and nutritional drinks. Smooth, effervescent mouthfeel. Fresh, sweet and sour. Rich and harmonious flavor. Pair with caprese, marinated shrimp and avocado, tempura udo and cod sprouts, and saury saikyo yaki.
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Sawayamatsumoto守破離　五百万石
Matsumoto ShuzoKyoto
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Very good. Berry, lactic acid, rice powder, shortcake aroma. Light and slightly effervescent mouthfeel. Clear freshness, gentle and delicate umami and acidity. Balancing brine and bitterness. Serve with boiled tofu, shrimp cocktail, or meat and potatoes.
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Very good. Calm peach, soap, clove and rice aromas. Smooth, slightly effervescent mouthfeel. Clear and fresh. Gentle flavor, refined acidity and brine. Great flavors. Serve with squid sashimi, hot tofu, caprese, cream stew.
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White peach, canned mandarin oranges, chalk, rice, and syrupy Miyamanishiki-like aroma. Smooth, fine, slightly effervescent mouthfeel. Sensual sweetness is the keynote. After the minerality, a dense sweetness opens up, followed by umami, acidity, and a hint of bitterness. The volume is modest in relation to the sweetness. Serve with fresh onion salad, caprese, pickles, shrimp cocktail, or pizza margherita.
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