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Takemichi Junmai Ginjo Jikagumi

丈径 純米吟醸 直汲み

Takemichi — Oroku Shuzo, Shimane

Drawing out the wild, vivid character of Kamiitou Mai rice, this sake carries a presence that proves it is truly "Oroku" and remains a standout example of the brewery's style.

  • Jikagumi

Specifications

Type
Junmai Ginjo
Rice
Not disclosed
Rice polishing ratio
55%
Yeast
Not disclosed

Official website

Flavor profile Juku-shu

Juku-shuJun-shuSo-shuKun-shu
RestrainedAromatic
RichLight

Juku-shu — aromatic and full-bodied, including aged sake

DrySweet
LightFull

Polished to 55% as a junmai ginjo sold as jikagumi, and the text stresses wild, rice-driven character from Kami-Iutou rice. This suggests moderate aroma, a full and umami-rich body, and medium-low sweetness.

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

About

The sixth-generation Takemichi first entered the brewery in 1995 (Heisei 7). The project began when he brewed a single small dank (fermentation tank) entirely by himself.

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