Junmai Sato Uhei Junmai Daiginjo
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Typically best enjoyed within 1 to 3 years of the bottling date, though it can develop fascinating savory complexities over 5 years when kept under strict, sub-zero refrigeration.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Sashimi of white-fleshed fish, lightly battered vegetable tempura, steamed sea bream
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Named in honor of the brewery's founder, Sato Uhei, who established Aramasa Shuzo in 1852, this ultra-premium sake is a liquid tribute to the heritage of Akita Prefecture. Crafted as a pinnacle expression of the brewery's philosophy, it is brewed using the traditional Kimoto starter method and fermented exclusively with the legendary Kyokai No. 6 yeast, which was originally isolated on-site in 1930. The sake is made from locally grown Akita Sake Komachi rice, polished to an exceptional degree to reveal a pristine, elegant core. It showcases Aramasa's signature style: a seamless harmony of vibrant, wine-like acidity, delicate white floral aromas, and a deep, mineral-driven complexity that reflects the cold, snowy terroir of northern Japan.
🍾 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.