Washinoo Hokuso Sanyu
鷲の尾 北窓三友Crisp lactic acidity and the rich umami of thoroughly dissolved rice, in a full-bodied sake.
Specifications
- Type
- Junmai Shu
- Rice
- Not disclosed
- Rice polishing ratio
- 60%
- Yeast
- Not disclosed
- Alcohol
- 15.5%
- Sake meter value
- +1
Flavor profile Jun-shu
Jun-shu — rich and umami-driven
Yamahai brewing with lactic acidity and a crisp finish, combined with 60% polishing, 15.5% alcohol and SMV +1, points to restrained aroma, a full umami-rich body and moderate sweetness.
Estimated by AI from the published specifications and the brewery's description; your impression may differ.
About
Hokuso Sanyu is Washinoo's representative yamahai (traditional starter method) junmai sake. It was awarded Gold in the 2023 Classic Moto category of Kura Master, a sake competition held in France. It can be enjoyed across a wide range of temperatures, from chilled to warmed (kan). It is a food sake that pairs well with a variety of dishes, mainly Japanese cuisine such as sashimi, grilled fish, and simmered dishes.
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