Yamagata Masamune Junmai Ginjo 50 "Sakemirai"

The nose on this Yamagata sake is a slick collection of lemon-lime, honey dew, peach, celery, apricot, green grape, Sprite, and powdered sugar aromas. Clap Clap Clap! We’ve been waiting a long time to get Yamagata Masamune in-house! And soon you will know why, as this legendary brewery has fought its way in a crowded Yamagata sake field to find a special place in sake lover’s sake lives. This special sake is made using Sake Mirai brewing rice that was cultivated and owned by Takagi Shuzo, the legendary makers of Juyondai. Spritzy, bright, crisp, lively, frisky, and fleshy, this brew drinks with action and vividness with a dry finish and co2 bubbles on the sides of the glass. Is it modern style? Basically, it’s their style and it’s super drinkable. Look for golden apple, honey, White Rabbit rice candy, lemon peel, mangosteen, grapefruit, persimmon, apricot, white pepper, cream soda, tonic water, and a touch of sea salt. Be prepared to enjoy their legendary crisp finish. WORD: Crisp WINE: Zesty Reds/Crisp Whites BEER: Crisp Ales FOODS: Sushi, sashimi, yakitori x2, grilled fish and meats, pot roasts, steak, smoked salmon, and charcuterie boards.