Niwa no Uguisu “45”
Fukuoka prefecture
Special treat for date night
Made from Yamadanishiki sake rice milled to 45% RPR, Niwa no Uguisu “45” is the finest of the Niwa no Uguisu line. It is called “Kurougu” in Japan, referring to the black nightingale on the label. It’s worthy of a dressed-up occasion, with a gorgeous aroma and a balanced, lingering finish. To enjoy this foodie sake to the fullest, try pairing it with rich sauces with fruity acids.
Characteristics
| Brand | Niwa no Uguisu |
| Brewery | Yamaguchi Brewing Company |
| Category | Junmai Daiginjo |
| Subcategory | N/A |
| Taste Profile | Light & Dry |
| Rice variety | Yamadanishiki, Yumeikkon |
| Yeast variety | In-house |
| Alcohol | 15.00% |
| RPR | 45% |
| SMV | 0 |
| Acidity | 1.2 |
Serving Temperature
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Region
Niwa no Uguisu is made in Fukuoka prefecture in the Kyushu region.
Taste Metrics
Tasting Notes
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Flower
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Sweet Rice
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Apricot
Recommended Pairing
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Sushi/Sashimi
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Aperitif
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Meat
Yamaguchi Brewing Company
The brewery’s founder saw nightingales flying from the historic Kitano Tenmangu Shrine to the garden where the brewery now lies, and there they drank and played in clean spring water. He was convinced to start brewing sake using such wondrous water, and founded the brewery...
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