COLOUR
Other
TYPE
VINTAGE
N/A
GRAPE
Yamada Nishiki
PRODUCER
Homare Sake Brewery Co Ltd
REGION
Tohoku
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Off-dry
Acidity
Finish
Medium - Short
Intensity
Mid - Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Homare Karahashi Junmai Ginjo is a sake produced by Homare Sake Brewery Co., Ltd., established in 1918 in Fukushima Prefecture. The brewery's name, 'Homare,' signifies honor and pride, reflecting its long-standing commitment to its Aizu region heritage. This particular sake is distinguished by its use of 100% Yamada Nishiki rice, a premium varietal originating from Hyogo Prefecture, which is considered the finest rice for sake brewing. The brewery emphasizes dedicated craftsmanship and precise control throughout its production process.
ALCOHOL
16.0%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now
Ideal temperature
12-15°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Homare means 'honor' or 'pride' in Japanese.
Fact 02
Brewed with ultra-soft water from 100 meters below ground.
Fact 03
Won a Champion Sake award at the International Wine Challenge.
Fact 04
Uses Yamada Nishiki rice, known as the 'king of sake rice'.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The Homare Karahashi Junmai Ginjo is produced using 100% Yamada Nishiki rice, a premium sake rice varietal. The brewing process utilizes ultra-soft water sourced from 100 meters below ground, known as 'Kitano Homyo Mizu.' Following pressing, the sake is promptly bottled and stored raw to allow its flavors to mature. It is then rapidly chilled to -5°C in a refrigerated chamber. The entire production is conducted under meticulous supervision and stringent control, reflecting the brewery's commitment to quality.
