Seishu Taketsuru Omachi Junmai
清酒竹鶴 雄町純米Seishutaketsuru — Taketsuru Shuzo, Hiroshima
A rich, mellow umami and striking acidity come together beautifully in this junmai sake
Specifications
- Type
- Junmai Shu
- Rice
- Omachi
- Rice polishing ratio
- 70%
- Yeast
- Not disclosed
- Alcohol
- 15.6%
- Sake meter value
- +11
- Acidity
- 3.1
Flavor profile Jun-shu
Jun-shu — rich and umami-driven
The 70% polishing ratio, SMV +11 and high acidity of 3.1, together with the description's emphasis on deep umami and pronounced acidity, point to a restrained, rice-led aroma, a full and rich body, and a dry finish.
Estimated by AI from the published specifications and the brewery's description; your impression may differ.
About
A junmai sake made entirely from Hiroshima-grown Omachi rice, with a pronounced acidity. To introduce people to the appeal of acidity, which was once considered taboo in sake, Taketsuru Shuzo released this sake in 2002. A deep umami supports the lively acidity, creating a rare flavor that points to the wider possibilities of sake. Rather than thinking of sake only as a partner for Japanese food, try it as a food sake with a wide range of dishes, including Chinese and French cuisine. Warming it brings out its pairing with food even further.