No. 6 X-Type Kimoto
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Typically best enjoyed fresh within 1 to 2 years of the bottling date when kept under strict refrigeration.
🍽️ wine.food_pairings
Fresh oysters, sea bream sashimi, soft goat cheese
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Aramasa's No. 6 series is a legendary monument in the sake world, representing the only lineup that exclusively utilizes Kyokai No. 6 yeast—the oldest active brewing yeast managed by the Brewing Society of Japan, which was originally isolated on-site at Aramasa in 1930. The 'X-Type' stands for 'Excellent' and serves as the ultimate flagship of this raw, unpasteurized (namasake) series. Crafted using the labor-intensive, traditional Kimoto starter method in wooden brewing casks (kioke), this sake is made from local Akita sake rice. It delivers a revolutionary flavor profile defined by a delicate natural effervescence, pristine mineral clarity, and a bright, wine-like lactic acidity that has completely redefined modern sake brewing.
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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.