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Daishichi “Shoka”
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Daishichi “Shoka”

Fukushima prefecture

$110.00 
$110.00
$104.50 member price
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$110.00

Sake for heroes

The name translates to “Ode,” in reference to ancient Grecian hymns sung in celebration of heroes. This sake is truly epic. Using a free-drip “shizuku” method to capture the clarity and fragrance of the top-grade Yamadanishiki rice, Daishichi “Shoka” represents harmony between power and grace. Its satin texture graces your palate with rich, dry, woody flavors, as well as spice, fine cream and grape. It was named as the best sake to pair with French cuisine in 2013.

Characteristics

Brand Daishichi
Brewery Daishichi Brewing Company
Category Junmai Daiginjo
Subcategory Kimoto
Taste Profile Light & Dry
Rice variety Yamadanishiki
Yeast variety In-house (Daishichi)
Alcohol 16.00%
RPR ? 50% (super flat rice polishing)
SMV ? 3
Acidity ? 1.3
Values listed are at the time of production.

Serving Temperature

The best serving temperature of Daishichi “Shoka” is cold (40-60°F).
  • Recommended
  • Not Recommended

Region

Daishichi “Shoka” - Fukushima prefecture

Daishichi is made in Fukushima prefecture in the Tohoku region.

Taste Metrics

Tasting Notes

  • Pear

    Pear
  • Violet

    Violet
  • Cream

    Cream

Recommended Pairing

  • Seafood

    Seafood
  • Cheese

    Cheese

Daishichi Brewing Company

Daishichi Brewing Company is located in the castle town of Nihonmatsu, and was founded in 1752 by Saburoemon Ohta, originally from a samurai family. Daishichi means “Big Seven,” and comes from the hereditary name of consecutive family heads Shichiemon. Daishichi makes rich, mellow sake with an outstanding reputation in the orthodox kimoto brewing method, in which they specialize. The numerous accolades, won both nationally and internationally, can perhaps be attested to master brewer Takanobu Sato’s perfectionist ways. Their sake is exceptionally balanced and is food friendly to any portion of a meal, from any part of the world.

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