Wakatake “Onikoroshi” Junmai Genshu
Shizuoka prefecture
Rich, round, ravishing
This “genshu,” or undiluted junmai sake, has a higher alcohol content with concentrated robust flavor. It has an almost creamy texture that delivers layers of flavors like pear, lychee and banana. Beneath it all lies a nuttiness that only adds to the complexity. Neither too dry nor too sweet, Wakatake “Onikoroshi” Junmai Genshu has become a staple at many dinner tables and very well could become one at yours.
Characteristics
Brand | Wakatake |
Brewery | Omuraya Brewing Company |
Category | Junmai |
Subcategory | Genshu |
Taste Profile | Light & Dry |
Rice variety | Gohyakumangoku |
Yeast variety | Shizuoka (No.2) |
Alcohol | 17.50% |
RPR | 60% |
SMV | 9 |
Acidity | 1.6 |
Serving Temperature
- Recommended
- Not Recommended
Region
Wakatake is made in Shizuoka prefecture in the Chubu region.
Taste Metrics
Tasting Notes
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Melon
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Banana
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Licorice
Recommended Pairing
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Sushi/Sashimi
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Seafood
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Cheese
Omuraya Brewing Company
Wakatake, Wakatake “Onikoroshi,” “Onna Nakase” and “Oniotome” are all brands of Omuraya Brewing Company, which was founded in 1832. This historic brewery is located on the Tokaido Road, where merchants and travelers often stayed due to Oi River floods. They pay particular attention to using quality ingredients, like soft water from the Minami Alps. They also use their own rice milling machine from three generations ago. Having switched to producing all premium sake in 2002, and now in the seventh generation of ownership, they continue to please locals and visitors alike with their long-loved series.
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