Gekko
GekkoGekko — Niizawa Jozoten, Miyagi
Fine, delicate bubbles bring a pleasing, refreshing sensation.
Specifications
- Type
- Sparkling
- Rice
- Domestic rice
- Rice polishing ratio
- 50%
- Yeast
- Not disclosed
- Alcohol
- 13%
- Sake meter value
- -2
- Acidity
- 1.5
Flavor profile Kun-shu
Kun-shu — aromatic and light
Melon and pineapple aromas, a light and crisp palate, and a dry, sharp finish from the description point to an aromatic, light profile. The SMV of -2 and 13% alcohol suggest mild sweetness, placing it in the kun quadrant.
Estimated by AI from the published specifications and the brewery's description; your impression may differ.
About
A sparkling sake that combines the rich umami of rice with a delicate effervescence. Its light, easy-drinking character makes it excellent as a first drink and also as a sake to enjoy with meals. The label uses an EL (electroluminescent) light-emitting sheet, allowing you to enjoy a glowing light effect in the dark. It is well suited to iwai (celebratory) occasions and parties. -About the light-emitting label- ・Continuous light-emitting time: 3 hours (in-house testing) ・Light emission can be switched on and off with the switch on the bottom of the bottle ・Light emission time may vary with changes in temperature and environment ・The label can be made to light up repeatedly by replacing the battery [Awards] ・The Fine SAKE Award, Japan 2024, Premium Sparkling SAKE category: Gold Medal ・International Sake Challenge 2022: Silver Medal ・The Fine SAKE Award, Japan 2022: Gold Medal ・Milano Sake Challenge 2022, Special category: Gold Medal ・International Wine Challenge 2022: Commend ・The Fine SAKE Award, Japan 2021: Gold Medal [Taste] Juicy, dry, with a clean finish [Aroma] Melon, pineapple [Recommended pairings] Seafood in general, meat in general, sushi