TATENOKAWA 18 Junmai Daiginjo, Nakadori YN Sake Bottle (72cl) 15%abv (los)

Description

Tatenokawa 18 pushes the boundaries of sake production by using Yamadanishiki, the ‘king of sake rice’, polished to an impressive 18%. This shift from Dewasansan rice results in a sake with unexpected weight and body, reflecting the dedication of the Tatenokawa team. The small-batch production ensures a rare sake with superb complexity and well-structured acidity. Aromas of sweet cantaloupe, ripe lychee, and pear dominate, offering elegant flavours. When served chilled at 0-5°C, it is crisp and medium-sweet, while warming it enhances its smoothness and richness. Critics have recognised Tatenokawa 18 with high scores, including commendations from the Japan Sake & Shochu Makers Association and the Sake Guru, making it a fantastic pairing for bold dishes.

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Tatenokawa 18 pushes the boundaries of sake production. By using Yamadanishiki – the ‘king of sake rice’ and polishing to a lofty 18% (i.e. removing 82% of the outside of the rice grain), the team at Tatenokawa are aiming to produce a sake of world-class quality that you’ll never forget.

A shift away from the brewery’s usual choice of Dewasansan rice to Yamada Nishiki results in more weight and body than might be expected for an 18% polished sake. The small-batch production and deep care the brewers take results in a delicious & rare sake of superb complexity & character with well-structured acidity and body.

Aromas and elegant flavours of sweet cantaloupe, ripe lychee and pear are predominant.

When served straight from the fridge, at 0-5°C, Tatenokawa 18 is crisp, sumptuous and medium-sweet. If allowed to warm this sake will become sweeter and more expressive. At 10-15°C Tatenokawa becomes weightier, super-smooth and sweeter. We recommend you play with the temperature to find what you like best, each have their merits. Personally, we like it best around 5-10°C!

Food pairings are amazing. Big, bold flavours are met and blend with the medium-sweet fruit flavours: tagine, curry, bacon and mature cheeses are all a revelation.

This is a sake to wow friends, buy as a generous gift or simply indulge oneself with. A real treat.

Ingredients: rice, water, yeast, koji