Hirai Shoten Co., Ltd. (Founded in 1658)

Kumaanani-komoru Junmai Ginjo Unfiltered and unpasteurised sake 720ml

Regular price ¥1,870 JPY
Available Countries
  • Japan (JP)

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‘Kuma anani komoru’ describes bears retreating into their dens to endure the harsh winter cold. This term specifically refers to mid-December, the shipping period, making this a sake you can only savour at this time of year! Crafted using Shiga's early-harvest rice, ‘Mizukagami’.

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A Shiga brand known only to those in the know! Enjoy this seasonal new sake available only at this time of year.

Sweetness Scale 1 = Dryest / 5 = Sweetest
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Aroma 1 = Mild Aroma / 5 = Fragrant & Expressive
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Cleanliness Scale 1 = Light & Crisp / 5 = Rich & Full-bodied
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Clarity 1 = Clear / 3 = Cloudy / 5 = Doburoku (Unfiltered)
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Recommended Pairings
  • Sashimi, sushi and carpaccio
  • Crab and lobster
  • Salads and steamed vegetables
Flavor Profile
  • Dry / Crisp
  • Best enjoyed chilled
Type of Rice Used
  • 100% Shiga Prefecture-grown Mizukagami rice
Details

Specific name,Junmai Ginjo
Volume,720ml
Alcohol content,17%
Rice polishing ratio (koji rice),60
Sake Meter Value,["Not disclosed"]
Acidity,Amino acid value,
Special Note,

Sake Brewery - Hirai Shoten Co., Ltd.


Address: Otsu City, Shiga Prefecture

Founded in 1658, this venerable sake brewery continues to produce sake under the brand name “Asajio”, preserving the rich natural environment of Lake Biwa and its traditions while adapting to modern tastes. It has revived the traditional kimoto brewing method, pursuing a deep flavour achieved through painstaking effort.

Regular price ¥1,870 JPY
Kumaanani-komoru Junmai Ginjo Unfiltered and unpasteurised sake 720ml
¥1,870 JPY