Yamahai Koshu 1997
Yamahai Koshu 1997
BREWERY | LOCATION
MIYAKO-BIJIN SHUZO | AWAJI-SHIMA
CLASSIFICATION
Junmai • Pure Rice Sake
Yamahai • Traditional yeast starter method
Genshu • Undiluted
Koshu • Aged
The Miyako-Bijin brewery is located in the south of Awaji Island and they believe in focusing on quality over quantity. The classification of ‘Koshu’ refers to aged sake and this is a wonderful example of a carefully aged Nihonshu. The ageing process brings out different qualities in sake and this wonderful example shows layers for complexity for a sake brewed 26 years ago.
The Miyako Bijin 1997 Koshu has been aged in tank at the brewery and is an incredible example of how delicious koshu can be. Notes of baked mushroom & nuts with a medium-full palate, soft texture and a balanced and vibrant acidic structure. Honey & spice follow with a touch of elegant bitterness on the finish.
YEAR: 1997
RICE TYPE: Gohyakumangoku
RICE POLISHING: 65%
ALCOHOL: 17%
YEAST STRAIN: #901
SERVE: Room Temperature
SIZE: 720ml
STORAGE: Store Sake in a cool dark place, trying to avoid direct sunlight.
HANDLING: Once opened the Miyako-Bijin 'Yamahai Koshu 1997' will last well for at least 18 - 26 weeks.