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Kariho Ginjo Rokushu

刈穂 吟醸 六舟

Kariho — Kariho Shuzo, Akita

The name Rokushu comes from the six surviving sake presses (sakafune) that are still in use.

Specifications

Type
Ginjo
Rice
Not disclosed
Rice polishing ratio
55%
Yeast
Not disclosed
Alcohol
15–15.9%
Sake meter value
+5
Acidity
1.6

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Flavor profile Kun-shu

Juku-shuJun-shuSo-shuKun-shu
RestrainedAromatic
RichLight

Kun-shu — aromatic and light

DrySweet
LightFull

The 55% polishing ratio, ginjo designation, SMV +5 and acidity 1.6, together with the description's fresh aroma and dry character, point to moderate fruity-floral aroma, a light-to-medium body and low sweetness.

Estimated by AI from the published specifications and the brewery's description; your impression may differ.

About

Kariho's approach to sake making is to press all of its sake in traditional sakafune (wooden presses). Made with sake rice grown locally around the brewery and natural water that originates in the Ou Mountain Range, this dry ginjo has a refreshing aroma and delicate umami.

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