Rihaku “Dreamy Clouds”
Shimane Prefecture
$37.00
Pushing the boundaries never tasted so good
Rihaku was the first producer to challenge the reputation of nigori as being thick and unrefined by making Japan's first dry, light nigori. The delicate pressing of this sake and the low milling rate (58%) add incredible layers of complexity. It provides layers of roasted nuts, dark plum and a citrus peel finish.CHARACTERISTICS
Category
Junmai
Subcategory
N/A
Taste Profile
Rich & Dry
Alcohol
15.6%
RPR?
58%
SMV?
+3.0
Acidity?
1.6
Values listed are at the time of production.
SERVING TEMPERATURE
Recommended
Not Recommended
REGION
Rihaku is brewed in Shimane Prefecture in the Chugoku region.
TASTE METRICS
TASTING NOTES
- Chestnuts
- Plum
- Yuzu
RECOMMENDED PAIRING
- Aperitif
- Octopus/Squid
- Cheese
Rihaku Brewing Company
Rihaku Brewing Company
Shimane Prefecture
Rihaku is named after the famous Chinese poet from the 8th century, Li Po, who was known to drink a big bottle of sake and write a hundred poems. The brewery is in Shimane, known for its low population and abundance of natural resources. Their 5th generation president, Tanaka, also presides as “Toji” brewer and is constantly researching new types of rice and yeast for sake.
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