KIKUSUI NO KARAKUCHI HONJOZO brand_Quinta dos Murças and Sorbara grapes

and Sorbara grapes

complex aromas of dried plums

Vaillons brings something extra to the table: more wine in the bottle

pleasing grittiness

Mild citrus and stone fruit flavors roll onto a short finish before disappearing

KIKUSUI NO KARAKUCHI HONJOZO brand_Quinta dos Murças and Sorbara grapesA sip of this sake brings the same intensity, dryness and clarity as that of a crisp wind. This palate cleansing quality, and a hidden but ever present umami, make this brew the Kikusui Sake Company's most highly recommended sake to enjoy with food. A fun suggestion is to experience this sake anew with the passing of each season try chilling the sake in summer, warming it in winter, and matching it to a wide berth of your favorite seasonal dishes.