遠藤酒造 三貓子 純米大吟釀 辛口 - 720ml

Brewery History: Endo Shuzo in Nagano Prefecture has over 150 years of history and is the first Japanese brewery to receive the Crystal Award from ITI. It has won multiple Monde Selection Gold and IWSC Gold awards. The charming "Minekoko" (Three Cats) series features cute cat labels with three Junmai Daiginjo variants – sweet, dry, and umami-rich – making premium sake fun and approachable for celebrations or gifts.Sake Introduction: Minekoko Junmai Daiginjo Karakuchi uses domestically grown rice polished to 50%. As a pure rice daiginjo with no added alcohol, the "Karakuchi" (dry) version highlights crisp, clean taste and vivid ginjo aroma of apple and pear. Part of the popular cat-labeled series, it pairs beautifully with light dishes like grilled white fish, delivering elegant dryness.Sake Tasting: Nosing: Bright and clear ginjo aroma of apple and pear. Palate: Light rice umami with subtle fruit sweetness, balanced acidity and smooth texture. Finish: Sharp, clean, and refreshingly dry with lingering crispness.