Kita Akita Tokubetsu Junmai has won numerous awards, including the Gold Medal at the International Wine Challenge in 2019. The sake is roduced by the Hokushika Brewery in Kitaakita City, Akita Prefecture, Japan. It is made with 100% Kitaakita-grown Yamada Nishiki rice, which is milled to 60%. It is produced using the ancient Kimoto method for creating "moto (shubo)", the yeast starter mash, a painstaking 4-week technique that developed during the Edo period and constitutes the origin of sake-brewing.

Taste:

Semi-dry. Clean, rich and savoury taste of rice. It has a clear, pale gold color and a complex aroma of melon, pear, and white flowers. On the palate, it has a full-bodied flavor with a smooth and creamy texture. The finish is long and lingering with a hint of sweetness. Best served chilled or at room temperature.

Suggested Pairing:

Kita Akita Tokubetsu Junmai pairs well with a variety of foods, including seafood, poultry, and vegetables.