Dried mushroom on the nose, viscous and creamy in weight and texture. Bright grapefruit and mineral notes lend structure to the palate. Classic Shichi Hon Yari crisp finish. Delicious room temp and warm.
Shichi Hon Yari Junmai is the classic representation of the brewery’s style with its traditional and modern dimensions. Earthy and rich aromatics and flavors meet elegance and softness in the finish, while cutting minerality and acidity afford modern dimensionality.
Stats:
- REGION: Shiga
- GRADE: Junmai
- SEIMAIBUAI: 60%
- SMV: +4.0 (dry)
- RICE: Tamazakae
- YEAST: Association #1401
- PRESSING: Fune
Brewery:
Founded in the 1540’s, the Tomita Brewery is one of the oldest breweries in Japan and is now managed by the 15th generation of the family, Yasunobu Tomita, who is also the brewmaster. The Tomita’s named their sake Shichi Hon Yari, or “Seven Spearsmen,” after the leaders of the historic Battle of Shizugatake which was fought just outside their town of Kinomoto.