90th Anniversary No. 6 90th Rikuu 132
⏳ wine.drinking_window
Typically best enjoyed within 1 to 3 years of the release date when kept under optimal, refrigerated storage conditions.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Raw oysters, grilled duck breast, lightly aged goat cheese
✨ wine.spec_sheet
Crafted to celebrate the 90th anniversary of the isolation of Kyokai No. 6 yeast at the Aramasa brewery in 1930, this exceptional sake is a tribute to liquid history. It is brewed using Rikuu 132, a legendary heirloom rice variety first developed in Akita Prefecture in 1921. This historic grain is famously intertwined with the legacy of the beloved Japanese poet and agriculturalist Kenji Miyazawa, who passionately advocated for its cultivation due to its resilience against cold weather. Utilizing the traditional Kimoto starter method and fermented in wooden brewing casks (kioke), this sake bridges the past and the present. It delivers a striking profile defined by Aramasa's signature vibrant, wine-like acidity, pristine minerality, and a complex, textured palate that reflects the rustic elegance of the ancient rice strain.
🍾 wine.about_producer
Founded in 1852 in Akita Prefecture, Japan, Aramasa Shuzo is a legendary brewery currently led by eighth-generation president Yusuke Sato, who has revolutionized the house with a focus on heritage and natural brewing. Aramasa is globally revered as the birthplace of Kyokai No. 6 yeast, the oldest active sake yeast strain distributed in Japan, which they use exclusively across their entire portfolio. Operating with a strict commitment to traditional methods, the brewery utilizes 100% Akita-grown rice, employs the labor-intensive kimoto starter method, and ferments its liquids in cedar wooden casks (kioke) without any additives. Their highly sought-after, low-alcohol, and beautifully acidic expressions—such as the iconic No. 6 series, Colors collection, and avant-garde releases like Invisible Pink Unicorn—have redefined modern sake, bridging the gap between traditional Japanese craftsmanship and contemporary fine wine aesthetics.