Basic information
Brand: Kiminoi [keemi-noy]
Nickname: Emperor's Well
Type: Junmai
Daiginjo, Yamahai
Rice Polishing: 40 %
Alcohol: 16-17 % in volume
Bottle size: 720 ml
Case Pack: 6 bottles
UPC Code: 844650015003
Producer information
Producer: Kiminoi Shuzo
Owned by: Tanaka Family Founded: 1842
Location: 3-11, Shimomachi, Myokou-shi,
Niigata 944-0048 Japan
Website: http://www.kiminoi.co.jp
Toji (Sake
Master): Hiroshi
Hayatsu
Hiroshi-san has been working with Kiminoi Shuzo for three
decades.
Ingredients & Technical data
Rice: Yamada Nishiki
Water: On-site well water.
Soft water
Yeast: Kyokai #10
SMV: +3 Acidity: 1.3 Amino acids: 1.3
Other information
Serving temp.: Chilled 46°F to room temperature 68°F (8-20°C)
Tasting Notes: Forward aroma, full mouth feel and lingering finish.
Food Pairing: Grilled seafood such as lobster, salmon & scallops with rich
sauce.
The traditional “Yamahai” process is
used for preparing the yeast starter, which creates a deep, rich, full bodied
flavor.
This sake is an excellent example of
what can be created when combining old world, traditional techniques like
Yamahai with the latest facilities and technological advancements such as the
very precise computer controlled rice polishing machines.