Kamotsuru大吟醸原酒 あらばしり 四杜氏四季酒
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This sake is brewed by four toji (master brewers) with their thoughts and feelings for each season. I always thought the label was a bonito, and that it was out of season, but it is a killer whale.
For Hiroshima residents of the Showa generation, Kamotsuru, along with Chifuku, is a brand that is etched in their souls through TV commercials and the soothing sight of turtles and carp in front of Mitsukoshi.
Hiroshima Nishiki, which I tasted the other day, has a gorgeous aroma, a soft mouthfeel, and a full flavor, whereas Saijo Shigeru has a mild aroma and a clean taste. My first impression was that it was similar to the sake brewed by Kamoizumi, also from Saijo. It is an elegant sake with no spiciness from the alcohol coming to the forefront.
Purchased at a half price sale at Daylink. It was unexpectedly made by Touji Okinaga.
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