Colors Viridian Direct Path
⏳ wine.drinking_window
Best enjoyed fresh within 1 to 2 years of the bottling date to appreciate its natural effervescence, though it can gracefully evolve for up to 3 to 5 years when kept under pristine, cold cellar conditions.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Fresh oysters, grilled sea bass, goat cheese
✨ wine.spec_sheet
The 'Colors' series by the visionary Aramasa Shuzo is an artistic exploration of Akita's local heritage, with 'Viridian' serving as the proud showcase for Misato Nishiki, a rare and demanding sake rice variety. The 'Direct Path' (Chokko) designation indicates that this sake was bottled immediately as it flowed from the press, capturing the natural, delicate effervescence of fermentation. Brewed using the legendary Kyokai No. 6 yeast—which originated at Aramasa in 1930—and crafted via the ancient Kimoto method in traditional wooden casks (kioke), this expression represents a bridge between deep ancestral wisdom and modern avant-garde precision. The result is a sake of breathtaking purity, defined by a vibrant, wine-like acidity, mineral tension, and a subtle, lively spritz that dances on the palate.
🍾 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.