Katafune Junmai Ginjo 720ml

Brewery | Takeda Shuzo

Brand | Katafune

Location | Joetsu , Niigata Prefecture, Honshū, Japan

Rice | Koshi Tanrei, Koshi Ibuki

Grading | Junmai Ginjo

RPR | 55%

Alc | 16%

Volume | 720ml

Ingredients | Rice, water, koji, yeast.

Tasting notes | Prominent notes of ripe melon, pineapple, and cooked pear.

Hints of tropical fruits like guava or lychee.
Floralnotes of gentle white flower blossoms.

It has a velvety, oily, and viscous texture 

The finish clean and crisp.

Temperature: Best served chilled (around 10-15°C / 50-60°F) to tighten the sweetness and highlight the fruity aromas. However, because it is full-bodied, it can also stand up to being served at room temperature, where the umami notes will expand further.

Food pairings

Seafood: Grilled fatty fish (like Mackerel or Salmon), Eel (Unagi), or tempura.
Meat: Roasted duck, pork belly, or dishes with sweet glazes (like Teriyaki).
Western Cuisine: Creamy pasta dishes, foie gras, or soft cheeses (like Camembert).

Store in cool, dark place. Refrigerate once open.
 

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