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Mantensei (300 ml) 'Star-Filled Sky' Junmai Ginjo

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Item Number: 231

UPC: 0835603005158

Country: Japan
Region: Tottori Prefecture Sub Region:
Grape(s): Yamada Nishiki Rice / Tamakasae Rice
Type: Sake - Sake
Bottle Size: 300ml Pack: 12
Closure: Screwcap
Special Attributes: Junmai Ginjo
Alc by Vol(%): 15.5
Total Acidity: 1.4


Nihonshu-do: +3
Seimaibuai: 50% to 55%
Yeast: #9
Brewery Name: Suwa Shuzo, founded in 1859

This sake is made in one of the few breweries that produces only Junmai Ginjo & Daiginjo grade sake. The owner, Touda Masahiko, is also the master brewer (toji), a rare dual role in today's Japanese sake industry.

Tasting Notes: Soft, honey-laced nose with just a tad of fruitiness. Dry overall, but with a sweet element creeping out of the background. Good richness and overall balance in a slightly dry profile.

Reviews
Mantensei (300 ml) 'Star-Filled Sky' Junmai Ginjo
Rating: Very Good

A pungent aroma of mushroom leads to racy juniper and sage flavors. An assertive style.

- The Wine Spectator (5/31/2013)