Karakuchi Kiippon

Karakuchi Kiippon

One of the central pillars of the Masumi brand. A light, fragrant Junmai Ginjo.

Subtle astringency and a fragrance reminiscent of young Fuji apples. A superbly balanced dry sake.

Name:		Karakuchi Kiippon
Type:		Junmai Ginjo
Availability:		Year-round
Ingredients:		Rice, Water, Koji, Yeast
Rice:		Koji: Hitogokochi (Nagano Pref.) Fermentation: Miyama Nishiki (Nagano Pref.)
Milling rate:		55%
Yeast:		No. 9
Alcohol:		15% range
SMV:		+6
Acidity:		1.3
Amino acidity:		1.0
Serving temperature:		Best chilled (10C range); Good warm (45C range)
Storage:		Cool, dark

Flavor & fragrance profile

Master brewer's comments

The nihonshudo (sake meter value) is +6, but there is also a pleasant sweetness to this sake. It is subtly fragrant, thanks to yeast number 9, and comes off as a light, dry, easy drinking sake. I think we've struck the right balance with this one.

Food pairing suggestions

Dark meat fish, vegetables--especially astringent elements like asparagus, artichoke, & rucola.