Yamahoshi - Junmai Daiginjyoshu "Yukimegami" [720ml,1800ml]

The Yamahoshi brand sake brewery is Rokkasen Co., Ltd., located in Higashine City, Yamagata Prefecture. It was created by five sake breweries in the area coming together.

They are particular about the rice and yeast they use, and their policy is to always make high-quality sake without cutting corners, from ordinary sake to the highest-grade Junmai Daiginjo class.

Price of Yamahoshi Junmai Daiginjyoshu "Yukimegami" : 720ml 7,000JPY , 1800ml 15,000JPY

What is Yamahoshi Junmai Daiginjyoshu"Yukimegami"?

"Yukimegami" is a new type of sake rice suitable for daiginjo sake brewing, with less cracking due to high polishing, and is suitable for daiginjo sake on par with Yamada-Nishiki.

Yukimegami, a type of rice suitable for brewing Daiginjo sake, is a new type of sake rice that is less likely to crack due to its high polishing, and is suitable for daiginjo sake on par with Yamada-Nishiki.

Yukimegami Junmai Daiginjoshu is a sake that brings out the best of the characteristics of this rice, which has a mild aroma, a soft, crisp sweetness, and is easy to drink.

Taste characteristics of Yamahoshi Junmai Daiginjyoshu"Yukimegami"(sweetness, sourness, depth of flavor, aroma, suitable temperature)

This Junmai Daiginjoshu has a clear, clean, and pure quality, with a refined, refreshing sweetness and umami flavor.

It is recommended to drink it slightly chilled.

Characteristics of the brewery

The Yamaboshi brand sake brewery is Rokkasen Co., Ltd. (official website: https://yamagata-rokkasen.co.jp/company/ Instagram: sake_rokkasen) located in Higashine City, Yamagata Prefecture. It was founded in 1972 by five sake breweries in the Kitamurayama area (Higashine City, Murayama City, Obanazawa City, Oishida Town).

They use a blend of rice varieties such as Dewasansan, Miyamanishiki, and Dewa no Sato from Yamagata Prefecture, and are particular about their unique fermentation process, combining multiple types of yeast. Their policy is to always make high-quality sake, from ordinary sake to the highest grade Junmai Daiginjo, without cutting corners.

We brew sake in the latest equipment, but craftsmen are deeply involved in most of the brewing process. By working together with our craftsmen and state-of-the-art equipment, we can continue to steadily supply delicious sake.

Recommended dishes that go well with Yamahoshi Junmai Daiginjyoshu"Yukimegami"

This sake pairs well with everything from lightly seasoned ingredients to dishes with stronger flavors, making it perfect to enjoy with a meal.

・Prosciutto and blue cheese

・Wild vegetable tempura

・Boiled golden-eyed snapper, Japanese style

・Seafood Gratin

Reviews of Yamahoshi Junmai Daiginjyoshu"Yukimegami"

”I've always loved Yamahoshi, but it's hard to get hold of. I bought this for New Year's and it was delicious. Definitely worth a drink!”(Man/30s)

"The aroma was a faint ginjo aroma. The taste was slightly dry with a slight bitterness and sourness. It had a high-class feel."(Man/40s)