Item Number: 3390 UPC: 0835603005493

Country: Japan
Region: Kyoto Prefecture
Grape(s): Plum (Aodani)
Type: Sake - Sake
Bottle Size: 720ml Pack: 6
Closure: Screwcap
Alc by Vol(%): 10.5
Brewery Name: Kizakura
Toji (master brewer): Mr. Takakura
Plum: Aodani. The Aodani (Green Valley) is Kyoto's largest plum orchard with over 10,000 plum trees

While most plum wine or sake is made with shochu, fermented plums, or grapes with plum flavors added, this is the only "ume-shu" crafted with premium Japanese sake and the region's highest quality ripe green plums, or "shiro-kaga". The plums are soaked in sake for over three months to achieve a rich, sweet aroma and subtle plum flavors.

Tasting Notes/Food Pairing: This is a semi-sweet sake with ample aromas of almond and marzipan. Perfectly ripe plum flavors dominate the palate while the smooth, slightly sweet, and lip-smacking long finish ensures you'll want another sip or glass!

Serving Suggestions: Enjoy chilled Tozai Plum in a small white wine glass straight or on the rocks. Or try these cocktail suggestions for some fun with the plum!
Plum Spritzer: Pour Tozai Plum over ice, add club soda
Plum Bellini: Mix equal parts Tozai Plum and your favorite bubbly. Add a spoonful of plum puree. Garnish with a slice of plum.
Plum Martini: Add 1 part Tozai Plum to 2 parts plum vodka in a cocktail shaker. Add ice, shake, and serve. Garnish with a slice of ginger.

About the Name: Plum blossoms are known as "The Flowers of Peace" in Japan and make their appearance in early Spring, a season which symbolizes a time of growth, renewal, and physical and spiritual awakening. With Tozai "Blossom of Peace", we've made it possible to experience this peaceful rejuvenation all year!