A classic in Gikyo’s range, the Junmai Genshu 60% is the purest and most straightforward expression of their signature style, guided by their underlying philosophy of bringing out the full power of rice in the sake.
This bold sake uses the premium Yamada Nishiki rice from the Tojo Area Special A zone in Hyogo Prefecture, Japan’s top-tier rice region. It is deeply savoury with a full-bodied rice umami, exhibiting hints of yeast, cream, and subtle white pepper. The genshu nature comes through in the lactic and grainy scents. This sake is worth experimenting with temperatures: served chilled, it is tight, sharp, and more forward pinching; as it warms, the edges become more mellow and rounded, allowing the depths of rice to expand over the palate.
With a heavy-bodied structure, high alcohol content, and natural acidity, this robust sake will stand up to rich, fatty, and savoury dishes, especially ones using strong fermented seasonings. Experience this with aged jamon, cacio e pepe, grilled ribeye steak, slow cooked lamb, or aged hard cheese such as Comte.
- Brewery: YAMACHU HONKE SHUZO
- Region: Aichi
- Classification: Junmai
- % ALC/VOL 16-17%
- Rice: Yamada Nishiki (Tojo Area Special A Zone, Hyogo Prefecture)
- Rice Polishing Ratio: 60%
- SMV: Varies by Vintage
- Serve: Chilled | Cool | Room Temp | Warm | Hot
- Matching Food: Aged Jamon, Cacio e Pepe, Grilled Ribeye Steak, Slow Cooked Lamb, Aged Comte
