Kanbara Bride Of The Fox Junmai Ginjo Sake

This savory sake is inspired by local legends of niigatas annual fox-bride festival. Local lore tells of mysterious lights that appeared on nearby mt. Kirin in the distant past which are claimed to be the lanterns carried in the fox-bride procession. With a 50% polishing rate this sake could technically qualify as a junmai daiginjo but the savory notes and food pairing versatility identify more with the style expected from junmai ginjo. 16% abv tasting notes: intense aromas of grilled nuts pistachio and a hint of white chocolate. Ripe honeydew notes finish crisp with a hint of lingering sweetness.

This savory sake is inspired by local legends of niigatas annual fox-bride festival. Local lore tells of mysterious lights that appeared on nearby mt. Kirin in the distant past which are claimed to be the lanterns carried in the fox-bride procession. With a 50% polishing rate this sake could technically qualify as a junmai daiginjo but the savory notes and food pairing versatility identify more with the style expected from junmai ginjo. 16% abv tasting notes: intense aromas of grilled nuts pistachio and a hint of white chocolate. Ripe honeydew notes finish crisp with a hint of lingering sweetness.