COLOUR
Other
TYPE
VINTAGE
Non-Vintage
GRAPE
Japanese domestic rice, Yamada Nishiki, Gohyakumangoku, Nihonbare
PRODUCER
HAKUTSURU SAKE Brewing Co., Ltd.
REGION
Hyogo Prefecture
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Hakutsuru Superior Junmai Ginjo is a non-vintage sake from Hyogo Prefecture, Japan, produced by HAKUTSURU SAKE Brewing Co., Ltd. The brewery, established in 1743, is recognized for its commitment to tradition and innovation in sake making. This Junmai Ginjo classification indicates a sake brewed with rice polished to at least 60%, using only rice, water, koji, and yeast. The name 'Hakutsuru' translates to 'white crane,' a symbol of auspiciousness and elegance, reflecting the brewery's heritage and craftsmanship.
ALCOHOL
14.5%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
0-15°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Hakutsuru means 'white crane,' a symbol of grace and good fortune.
Fact 02
Brewed with water from Mt. Rokkō and the famed Miyamizu spring.
Fact 03
Uses Hakutsuru's proprietary yeast for a distinctive character.
Fact 04
Vegan and Gluten-Free.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Hakutsuru Superior Junmai Ginjo is brewed using Japanese domestic rice, polished to 60%. The process involves meticulous attention to detail, utilizing natural spring water from Mt. Rokkō and the famed Miyamizu spring. A key element is the use of Hakutsuru's proprietary yeast, which contributes to the sake's unique profile. Fermentation is conducted slowly at low temperatures to foster delicate aromas and flavors. The sake undergoes twice pasteurization and is not aged, designed for immediate enjoyment.
