Urakasumi 12 Kioke Kimoto Junmai (720ml)《WC Collection - ZJ157》

Shiogama has always been considered amajestic place that people living as far as the ancient Kyoto capital dreamedto visit. The Urakasumi Saké Brewery itself is located in this fishing town which has thereputation of having the best tuna catch of Japan, and being a leader of thecountry's halieutic industry. Built from the late Edo period to the early Meijiperiod near the famous Shiogama Shrine, it has been providing the Omiki for theshrine since their establishment.

Two Toji legends, Sagoro Hirano and Juichi Hirano, are known to have made thegreatest contributions to Urakasumi's saké, and even to the saké history at large. The strong bond between uncle and nephew madeUrakasumi accumulate prizes and distinctions every year at various appraisalcontests. In fact, the famous "Urakasumi Zen" is a saké born in 1973 fromthe outstanding skills of the late Juichi Hirano. This product is considered atrue masterpiece in the industry for its ability to balance all components insaké while providing a smooth umami and a desired creamy texture. Itslight, slightly dry profile and softness pioneered both the Ginjo (premium) andthe Jizake (local craft saké) Boom.

In order to increase production following the popularity of Urakasumi Zen, thecompany transitioned to a three-season brewing schedule. Moreover, the YamotoBrewery was built as a second production facility in Higashimatsushima City toprovide an even more stable supply of high-quality saké. Currently, KunioOnodera is the Toji of the main brewery in Shiogama, while Isao Akama is theToji at the Yamoto facility. Both inherited the Hirano brewing method andstrive to promote their master's teachings to the next generation of brewers.

Earthy and woody notes come from Kioke –ceder wood barrels. The complexity and depth of Umami makes beautiful balancewith mild acidity. Enjoyable as chilled and recommended to warm.