Aizu Otokoyama Junmai Ginjo Nama "Kai"

The nose on this unpasteurized (Nama) brew is a cool collection of peach, mangosteen, nectarine, fig, rock sugar, mango, vanilla, and that fresh pressed sake aroma. We like come-back stories in the sake world, and this brewery sat dormant for nearly 20 years until Yasushi Kobayashi (nephew of the 7th generation brew master) rebooted this historic and treasured brewery. Made with a very unique brewing rice called Fuku no Ka milled to 55%, this brew represents Kobayashi’s signature "balanced-sweet-and-acid" brewing style. Bright, juicy, velvety, semi-viscous, with a gentle spritz and showing a subtle effervescence, this Nama drinks with a refreshing sweetness balanced with a lively acidity. Look for lychee, ripe pear, mango, white peach, simple syrup, apple pie, honeycomb, guava, kiwi, malted milk, vanilla gelato, and sweet rice flavors on a bright and chewy flow. Awesome year-around Nama that is worth a come back! WORD: Lively WINE: Plump Reds/Viscous Whites BEER: Fruity Ales FOODS: Sushi, sashimi, eel, grilled fish, comfort foods, international spice, and street fare.