Mountain Cherry
This sake is reminiscent of softly melting snow. It has a mild floral fragrance, revealing notes of peach and apricot at mid-range, concluding with a light and slightly dry finish.
Dewazakura Sake Brewery
Yamagata Prefecture
Dewazakura is one of the most innovative sake-makers in Japan, using new yeast strains, rice varieties and brewing techniques to craft distinctly original sakes. The brewery’s “Oka” label, introduced in 1980, is credited with popularising ginjo sakes at a time when few people in Japan had heard of them. In the early ‘90s Dewazakura began storing unpasteurised sake at -4 °C to keep it as aromatic and flavourful as possible until bottling. New labels made from Dewasansan and Omachi rice have added to the brewery’s reputation as a creator of modern sakes that are fragrant, delicate and refreshing.
Technical Specifications
Classification: Daiginjo
Rice variety: Yamadanishiki
Yeast: Ogawa
Brewing method: Sokujo
40%
polishing ratio
16–17%
alcohol
1.2
acidity
+6.0
SMV
Serving recommendations
A natural with sashimi and seafood appetisers, this lovely sake reveals its charm gradually. Its subtle flavours and aromas suavely enhance the taste of delicious food. Serve cool at around 15 degrees.
Restaurant & Retail Guides
Where to find Dewazakura “Daiginjo” in the U.K.
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