SAKE OF THE MONTH - Otokoyama Hiyaoroshi Tokubetsu Junmai

"Hiyaoroshi" is a seaonal sake with a mellow aroma and round taste, that is released in the autumn. The sake is brewed with the new rice harvested in the previous autumn and stored after pasteurization in the spring. It matures throughout the summer developing unique flavors until the autumn. The nose on this super star seasonally released sake is a gentle collection of nutty, creamy, lemon peel, and steamed rice aromas. Dry and juicy at the same time! How cool is that? It’s lively, bright, and fresh for the season and speaks to those who enjoy tannin-like dryness with a little astringency that makes the fluid all the more refreshing. Look for mineral, blueberry, pomegranate, kiwi, grape, sweet tomato, and young pear flavors that drink with a gentle sweetness, but are totally dry overall. Another great year for Otokoyama Hiyaoroshi that opens up as it warms in the glass. This sake pairs well with Salt Grilled Sanma, Salmon Meuniere, Marinated Mushrooms, and Japanese Braised Dishes. SPEC SHEET Class: Junmai Size: 720ml Brewery: Otokoyama Prefecture: Hokkaido Rice: Miyamanishiki Polishing Rate: 55% Yeast: Kyokai 1801 Alcohol: 15.0% Acidity: 1.3 Amino Acid: 1.3 SMV: +4.0 Toji: Hidefumi Kitamura Serving Suggestion: Chilled or Room Temperature