Koshi no Kanbai (1.8 L) 'Blue River' (Sai) Junmai Ginjo, Niigata Prefecture

Item Number: 12136

UPC: 0-814829056649

Country: Japan
Region: Chubu
Sub Region: Niigata Prefecture
Estate Grown Wine: No
Grape(s): 500 Mangoku Rice / Yamada Nishiki Rice
Type: Sake - Junmai Ginjo
Style: Junmai Ginjo
Bottle Size: 1.8 L
Pack: 6
Closure: Screw Cap
Alc by Vol(%): 15

Blue River is a modern expression of the crisp and clear Niigata sake style, but with an umami imprint that makes it undeniably Koshi no Kanbai. It is elegantly smooth and subtly aromatic with a satisfying finish. Pair this sake with with umami-rich seafood such as scallops, mirugai and ika. This sake is versatile; try with a wide spectrum of sake-friendly dishes. Best served at 50–60 degrees.

Milling: 55%
Rice Varieties: 500 Mangoku, Yamadanishiki
Sake Meter Value: +2.0