Ogakijo Josen
大垣城 上撰Ogakijo — Takeuchi Shuzo, Gifu
Pronounced alcohol presence and a crisp, clean mouthfeel
Specifications
- Type
- Futsushu
- Rice
- Not disclosed
- Rice polishing ratio
- 65%
- Yeast
- Not disclosed
- Alcohol
- 15–16%
- Sake meter value
- +2
Flavor profile So-shu
So-shu — clean and light
The 65% polishing ratio, sake type (futsushu) and SMV +2 point to a restrained aroma and a light, dry profile. The description of a crisp mouthfeel with prominent alcohol when warmed supports the sharp, lean character placing it in the so quadrant.
Estimated by AI from the published specifications and the brewery's description; your impression may differ.
About
The name comes from Ogaki Castle, the local castle where Ishida Mitsunari, commander of the Western Army, is said to have established his base and dreamed of ruling the country before the Battle of Sekigahara, the decisive battle for control of Japan. The name also reflects the brewery's wish to pursue sake brewing rooted in Ogaki, the local community. When served warm (kan), it has a pronounced alcohol presence and a crisp mouthfeel. In 2017, 2018, and 2021, it received a Gold Award (金賞) in the Value Hot Sake category of the KAN SAKE AWARD.
Other sake from this brand 3
- Ogakijo Ginjo大垣城 吟醸
- Ogakijo Junmai sake大垣城 純米酒
- Ogakijo Honjozo大垣城 本醸造酒