Kenbishi Mizuho Kuromatsu

$54

This iconic brand sake has finally made it to the US albeit in a different version than Japan. The nose is an array of rich and earthy tones highlighted by raisins, steamed rice, sweet nuts and straw. A rich and roasted presence that speaks to the 17% alcohol level putting forth a briskness that is rounded out closer to room temperature. A virtual treasure trove of flavors including caramel, noughet, sweet rice, toffee, cooked banana, roasted nuts, and sweet raisins. Think rich and snappy with a feel that speaks to dark alcohol fans. A smaller cup brings more brightness and a larger glass exudes more richness. 

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Brewery

Kenbishi Shuzo

Sake Type

Junmai

Bottle Size

720ml

Founded

N/A

Prefecture

Hyōgo (兵庫県)

One Word to Describe This Sake Brew

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Food Pairings

Game, meat, fowl, stews, hearty pastas, smoked cheeses

Taste Profile

WINE: Bordeaux/White Burgundy;
BEER: Dark Belgians;

Ingredients

RICE: Yamadanishiki (No sulfites, no preservatives)

Seimaibuai

(amount of rice left after milling): 70%

Alcohol Content

17%

Sake Meter Value

+0.5 (the lower the sweeter, the higher the drier)

Sweet or Dry

Semi-dry

Body

Medium to Full

Acidity

N/A

Serving Temp

Chilled

Sake Social, in partnership with JETRO [Japanese External Trade Organziation], is deeply committed to the continued promotion of Japanese sake, shochu, and related goods. Through education and shared knowledge, we encourage novice and expert consumers to try, enjoy, and share Japanese sake and shochu.

Customer Reviews

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Brent S.
Great service

Great service

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LaMonte H.
Yamahai King

Mizuho Kuromatsu Kenbishi is a premium sake yamahai icon. Earthy, full-bodied, robust, layered ...its all right here. This is a must-try brew
for the true sake enthusiast.

LaMonte Heflick, ASP Sake Education Council Feb 2014.

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Nami
Highly recommended.

This sake got 2016 BTI World Wine Championships Platinum Medal 96pt (Superlative). Matures very well like wine or brandy.

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