Brewery of the month
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$43.00
$54.00Tomio Junmai Ginjo (58) Iwai 15% 720ml
Origin Kyoto Alcohol 15% Polishing 58% SMV 2 Size 720ml Brewed from organic rice in a very limited quantity. Tasting this sake will surprise you: it brings together the round character of most Kyoto sakes with a dry and clean finish, full of umami. It gives out flavors of ripe fruit and rice, yet is not sugary. A wonderfully structured sake, far beyond the (under-)promise on its label. Brewed with the Iwai rice strain, notoriously moody to grow and hard to brew.
Taste Profile
- Aroma: Fresh floral notes with subtle pear and melon nuances
- Taste:
- Front: Gentle fruity sweetness
- Mid: Smooth rice umami with layered richness
- Finish: Clean, soft, and balanced
- Body: Medium-light
- Overall: Elegant, refined, and distinctly Kyoto in character
Food Pairing Suggestions
- Kyoto-style seasonal dishes
- Sushi and sashimi
- Grilled white fish
- Tofu dishes and light appetisers
Serving recommendation: Best served chilled to slightly cool to enjoy its elegant aromatics and smooth balance.
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$43.00
$54.00Tomio Junmai Ginjo All-Kyoto 15% 720ml
Origin Kyoto Alcohol 15% Polishing 58% SMV 0.5 Size 720ml Crafted by Kitagawa Honke, Tomio Junmai Ginjo 58 is a refined sake made exclusively with rice grown in Kyoto Prefecture.
The name highlights its distinctive brewing approach: all rice used is locally sourced Kyoto rice, polished to 58%, preserving both regional character and elegant ginjo aroma. Brewed in the historic Fushimi district of Kyoto, this sake reflects the soft water profile and refined brewing traditions of the region.
Balanced, smooth, and aromatic, it is an excellent expression of terroir-driven Kyoto sake craftsmanship.
Taste Profile
- Aroma: Soft floral notes with hints of pear and melon
- Taste:
- Front: Gentle fruit sweetness
- Mid: Smooth rice umami with elegant balance
- Finish: Clean, soft, and refreshing
- Body: Medium-light
- Overall: Elegant, balanced, and approachable
Food Pairing
- Sushi and sashimi
- Tofu dishes
- Grilled white fish
- Kyoto-style seasonal cuisine
- Light Japanese appetisers
Serving recommendation: Best served chilled to slightly cool (8–12°C) to enhance aroma and delicate flavour.
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$35.00
$45.00Tomio Junmaishu Yamadanishiki 14% 720ml
Origin Kyoto Alcohol 14% Polishing 68% SMV +4 Size 720ml A Junmai sake that enhances your meal
A Junmai sake made with 100% Yamada Nishiki, a premium sake rice. Its balanced acidity stimulates the appetite, making it an excellent choice as a dining sake. Best enjoyed chilled or warm (from lukewarm *nurukan* to hot *jokan*).
Taste Profile
- Aroma: Gentle rice fragrance with subtle earthy notes
- Taste:
- Front: Soft rice sweetness
- Mid: Balanced acidity with mild umami
- Finish: Clean, crisp, and slightly dry
- Body: Medium-light
- Overall: Smooth, refreshing, and food-friendly
Food Pairing Suggestions
- Grilled fish
- Sushi and sashimi
- Simmered Japanese dishes
- Tempura and fried dishes
Serving recommendation: Enjoy chilled, at room temperature, or gently warmed for different expressions of flavour.
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$78.00
$92.00Tomio Junmai Daiginjo (49) Yamadanishiki 15% 720ml (GB)
Origin Kyoto Alcohol 15% Polishing 49% SMV +1.0 Size 720ml Crafted by Kitagawa Honke, Tomio Junmai Daiginjo Yamadanishiki 49 (Hitotsubi) is a premium Kyoto sake made using 100% Hyogo-grown Yamadanishiki rice, polished to 49%.
This Junmai Daiginjo is brewed slowly over approximately four weeks using Kyoto yeast “Kyo no Koto” and natural spring water from Fushimi, Kyoto.
The term “Hitotsubi” (ひとつ火) means the sake is pasteurised only once, preserving fresher aromas and a lively, elegant character.Produced in limited quantities, this sake offers a refined expression of Kyoto brewing craftsmanship with exceptional balance and finesse.
Taste Profile
- Aroma: Delicate melon, pear, and floral ginjo notes
- Taste:
- Front: Soft fruity sweetness
- Mid: Silky rice umami with elegant depth
- Finish: Clean, smooth, and refreshing
- Body: Medium-light
- Overall: Fresh, polished, and harmonious
Recommended Serving Style
- Slightly chilled
- Cool room temperature
- Lightly warmed (nurukan)
Food Pairing Suggestions
- Sashimi platters
- Chilled tofu dishes
- Delicate white fish
- Light Kyoto-style cuisine
Serving recommendation: Best served chilled to slightly cool to enhance aroma and freshness.
