越乃景虎 名水源流

Koshinokagetora Meisui Genryu

越乃景虎 名水源流

Koshinokagetora — Morohashi Shuzo, Niigata

The classic daiginjo once brewed at every brewery in Niigata.

Specifications

Type
Daiginjo
Rice
Not disclosed
Rice polishing ratio
40%
Yeast
Not disclosed
Sake meter value
+5
Acidity
1.1

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Flavor profile Kun-shu

Juku-shuJun-shuSo-shuKun-shu
RestrainedAromatic
RichLight

Kun-shu — aromatic and light

DrySweet
LightFull

A 40% polished daiginjo points to a fragrant aroma, while SMV +5 and low acidity of 1.1 suggest a light, softly dry palate, consistent with the Niigata-style ginjo brewing described in the text.

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

About

This sake revives the Niigata-style ginjo brewing method, using Takane Nishiki (a sake rice variety) as the raw rice, and brings it back for today.

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