lemon zest
Champagne fare
and solid do not do justice to this brew that drinks crisp
Typically Yamahai style sake is big and bold with lots of acidity and tons of flavors
WORD: Consistent WINE: Dry Whites and Tannin-laced reds BEER: Ales FOODS: Miso-based dishes
Izumibashi Kurotonbo Kimoto Junmai "Black Dragonfly" Daiginjo Genshu lemon zestThe nose on this traditionally made pole rammed Kimoto sake that has been aged for two years is a great collection of chestnuts, cream, lemon peel, cucumber, and steamed rice aromas. This is a very intriguing Kimoto Junmai that is rich and full bodied, but drinks light and elegant in feeling. How do they do that? Smooth, creamy, soft, and buttery, this brew glides across the palate with hints of sweet rice, nougat, marshmallow, cocoa, burnt sugar, and