SAKE/Akishika Shuzo

Moto +1 2018

Moto +1 2018

 

Akishika Shuzo was founded in Osaka prefecture in 1886 and under the present 6th generation Kuramoto [Brewery Owner] this tiny brewery is creating some of Japan’s most exceptional and finest sake. Hiroaki Oku is both Kuramoto and also Toji [Master Brewer] at Akishika and his dedication and skill in creating quality sake shows in every bottle.

This unique sake is made by creating the 'Moto' or starter and then making just one addition (Hatsuzoe) of rice, water and koji (as opposed to three additions normally). The result is a sake full of flavour and acidity, with a sweet and savoury edge that lingers on the palate.

 

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PRODUCT

Moto +1 2018

PRODUCER

Akishika Shuzo

REGION

Osaka

NOTES

YEAR: 2018

RICE TYPE: Yamada Nishiki (Organic - grown by Akishika)

RICE POLISHING: 70%

ALCOHOL: 15%

YEAST STRAIN: #7

SERVE: Chilled

Classification

Junmai • Pure Rice Sake
Yamahai • Traditional yeast starter method
Muroka • No charcoal filtration
Nama • Unpasteurised
Moto • Starter ferment

STORAGE & Handling

STORAGE: Store Nama [unpasteurised] sake in a cool dark place, trying to avoid direct sunlight. 

HANDLING: Once opened this sake will last well for at least 4 - 5 weeks, ideally in a refrigerator. 

Profile
Fragrance (3/5)
Impact (3/5)
SweeTness (4/5)
Acidity (2/5)
Presence (3/5)
Earthiness (2/5)
Tail (3/5)
Producer Profile

Akishika Shuzo

Akishika Shuzo was founded in Osaka prefecture in 1886 and under the present 6th generation Kuramoto [Brewery Owner] this tiny brewery is creating some of Japan’s most exceptional and unique sake.

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