Ozeki Junmai Daiginjo Sakura Beauty 45 15,5% Vol. 0,72l in Giftbox

Ozeki Junmai Daiginjo Sakura Beauty 45 is a fine premium sake in a class of its own that elegantly combines craftsmanship, innovation and traditional Japanese brewing culture. This Junmai Daiginjo is produced by the traditional Ozeki house, which has stood for the highest quality in sake production since 1711. "Sakura Beauty 45" is not only an expression of excellent technique, but also a symbol of Japanese aesthetics - delicate, floral and harmonious.

The basis of this sake is Yamadanishiki rice, which is considered the highest quality rice variety for premium sake. For this bottling, it has been polished to 45% of its original rice grain size in order to achieve a particularly pure, elegant aroma. The special feature of this Daiginjo lies in the yeast used: Imazu Benikanzakura, a new cherry blossom yeast discovered in Nishinomiya, Japan, in 2019. It gives the sake a delicate, floral profile that is complemented by a subtle honey sweetness and soft fruit aromas. Despite its mild aroma, this sake finishes pleasantly dry and structured - a harmonious interplay of fruit, elegance and clarity. 

Tasting notes:

The sake is clear and shiny in the glass. The nose reveals fine notes of pear, apple, white peach and a hint of honey, delicately accompanied by floral hints of cherry blossom. On the palate, Sakura Beauty 45 is silky and smooth, with a honey-like sweetness that is elegantly followed by a dry, mineral finish.

Ideal with sashimi, nigiri sushi, grilled fish, scallops, but also with mild tempura or Asian-inspired vegetarian dishes. As a meditative pleasure sake, it is ideal for special moments, culinary experiences or as a stylish gift for connoisseurs of Japanese culture. The multi-layered fruit aromas unfold fully at room temperature in particular, while the delicate structure and freshness come to the fore when chilled.