Senkin Organic Kimoto Kioke Junmai "Nature"

The nose on this one-of-a-kind organic and throwback sake is a stupendous collection of marmalade, Italian bread, salted butter, raisin bran, peach, melon, rice cracker, and taffy aromas. Take an ancient rice varietal Kameno-O, mill it to 90%, and ferment it in a wood tank aka Kioke and what do you get? You get a pretty gosh darn amazing sake that is extremely well respected in the “serious” sake community. And you also get a sake that drinks great! Slightly spritzy, light, bright, zesty, and with a lively water-like texture this old style sake drinks in a very new world modern sake capacity. Look for a massive bouquet of flavors including vanilla custard, saltwater taffy, melon, orange, cherry, coconut water, and Lemonheads™ with an uptick citrus finish that is quick and lively. This brew is very limited so do not hesitate, and buy it whenever you have a chance. WORD: Organic WINE: Zesty Reds/Crips Whites BEER: Crisp Ales FOODS: Grilled fare, hearty cuisines, meat and chops, duck, burgers, and fine dinning. (2024)