Kinoene “Hanayaka Takumi no Kaori”
Chiba prefecture
Shining example of junmai ginjo
In-bottle pasteurization gives this sake bright acidity and a slight effervescence. A fruity aroma leads into a full body with a smooth taste, culminating in a lingering sweetness. This sake has won many awards, including multiple golds and a platinum at the Kura Master, an esteemed competition in France that focuses on compatibility of food and drink. It pairs particularly well with shrimp, scallop, seafood gratin and creamy chowder.
Characteristics
Brand | Kinoene |
Brewery | Iinuma Honke |
Category | Junmai Ginjo |
Subcategory | N/A |
Taste Profile | Light & Dry |
Rice variety | Yamadanishiki, Gohyakumangoku |
Yeast variety | Association No. 1801, Association No. 1001 |
Alcohol | 16.0% |
RPR | 55% |
SMV | 1.0 |
Acidity | 1.4 |
Serving Temperature

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Region

Kinoene is made in Chiba prefecture in the Kanto region.
Taste Metrics
Tasting Notes
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Apple
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Flower
Recommended Pairing
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Aperitif
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Seafood

Iinuma Honke
Iinuma Honke is backed by 300 years of sake experience. Located in Chiba prefecture, a well-known agricultural region, the brewery appreciates the importance that quality rice and crystalline spring water has in crafting...
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