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Junmai Daiginjo & Daiginjo

These two categories represent the best of the best, the “A-list” in the sake maker’s industry. 


The Junmai Daiginjo category has the highest standards of milling rates in the sake market with a minimum of 50% rice polishing and 50% remaining.  But that standard is often surpassed by brewers looking to push the rice milling envelope that results in sakes that can be milled down to 35% down to 23% and even 7% remaining figures. These Ultra and Uber Junmai Daiginjo all drink with an elegance and sophistication of flavors and complexities. The entire category is exceptional for consuming on special occasions and gifting. Junmai Daiginjo sakes are fantastic on their own and great with Champagne fare and elegant appetizers. They are always served chilled.  


The Daiginjo category has the same milling standards of 50% removal and 50% remaining but sake makers add a little “brewer’s alcohol” to lighten the brew and bring out more aromatics and softer textures. When sake maker’s send their brews to National Sake Appraisals and Competitions they usually send their Daiginjo sake. They are the ultimate Competition sakes that just jump out of the glass. Always served chilled they pair well with shellfish, sushi, sashimi, and elegant cocktail passing fare.

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    Misato Sekka Junmai Daiginjo "Blue Abyss"

    bright, silky, muscat grape.
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    Using yeast derived from a rare varietal of white lavender blossom found only in Akita, the nose on this Daiginjo is a fragrant collection of brigh...

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    Jikon Junmai Daiginjo "Tokujo Omachi" 2023

    the absolute pinnacle of sake making.
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    Limit 1 bottle per household per customer. Any attempts to obtain more than 1 bottle per household per customer will be refunded immediately. This ...

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    Nechi Otokoyama Junmai Daiginjo BY2020 “Koshitanrei”

    "simply heavenly, pristine aging."
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    Words from Eduardo Dingler: The 2020 Nechi Otokoyama Junmai Daiginjo is Watanabe San's prized current release. It was the best sake this year ...

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    IWA 5 2020 Junmai Daiginjo "Assemblage 2"

    balanced, complex, heightened aromatics.
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    The nose on this one-of-a-kind sake is a vivid collection of white grape, melon, rosemary, lychee, mineral, mint, and honey aromas. The sake indust...

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    Isojiman Junmai Daiginjo "Nakadori 33"

    masterpiece, gorgeous, balanced.
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    From the importer Skurnik: Rice: Grade A Yamada Nishiki from Hyogo milled to 33% • Yeast: Isojiman House Yeast • Water: Medium soft well water from...

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    Nabeshima Junmai Daiginjo “Yamadabo”

    parent of yamadanishiki.
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    Yaegaki Junmai Daiginjo Genshu "Roga"

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    From the brewery Yaegaki USA: Roga Genshu is a bold Junmai Daiginjo with juicy plum notes and a hint of spice. Brewed in California with Japanese c...

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    Nabeshima Junmai Daiginjo “Tankan Wataribune”

    parent of yamadanishiki.
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    Midorikawa Aged Daiginjo "Green River"

    complex, dry, ethereal.
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    The nose on this extremely pampered Daiginjo is a very complex array of hay, cotton, corn, white pepper, orange peel, rice cracker, and steamed ric...

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    IWA 5 2019 Junmai Daiginjo "Assemblage 1"

    balanced, complex, dark aromatics.
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    Heavensake x Naohiko Noguchi Assemblage "PRESTIGE 1"

    rare sake from noguchi's personal stash.
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    PRESTIGE 1 Regis Camus (HEAVENSAKE) & Noguchi Naohiko (Noguchi Naohiko Sake Institute) Assemblage Vintage 2018 -2020 A DELICATELY BALANCED COMP...

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    Juyondai Junmai Daiginjo "Bessen"

    the unicorn has returned.
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    “Prized by sake connoisseurs around the world, Juyondai is beautifully expressive and layered. Gorgeous floral bouquet, silky texture encompassing ...

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    Daishichi Myoka Rangyoku Aged Junmai Daiginjo Kimoto Shizuku "Omega"

    layered, pinnacle, ultimate.
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    Baller Sake is a new segment to the True Sake Newsletter, and this is our fourth high-end offering that we have arranged for certain True Sake Shop...

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    Gozenshu Junmai Daiginjo "Tokuto Omachi 2.2"

    next level, legendary, pinnacle.
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    Kikuhime Daiginjo Aged 10 Years "Kukurihime"

    yokawa aaa 山田錦 iykyk.
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    KIKUHIME KUKURIHIMEDaiginjo, Ishikawa-prefecture Rice: Hyogo Yokowa AAA-rated Yamada Nishiki polished to 50%Water: Medium-hard Hakusan underground ...

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    Niizawa Reikyo Junmai Daiginjo 2025 "Absolute 0" Pre-Order

    milled to less than 1%. unreal.
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    Niizawa Reikyo Junmai Daiginjo 2025 "Crystal 0" Pre-Order

    yamadanishiki milled to less than 1%.
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