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Chiyokotobuki “Toranoko”
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Chiyokotobuki “Toranoko”

Yamagata prefecture

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A toast to Yamagata

Chiyokotobuki “Toranoko” is made using Yukimegami rice, a Yamagata strain that is ideal for producing daiginjo-grade sake. This bottle is produced by a brewery that takes pride in using only local resources. Brewed with meltwater from sacred Mount Gassan, this junmai daiginjo is elegant with a subtle sweetness balanced by a light bitterness. A pear-like aroma flows into a refined palate of dried fruit with a whisper of vanilla.

Characteristics

Brand Chiyokotobuki
Brewery Chiyokotobuki Toraya
Category Junmai Daiginjo
Subcategory N/A
Taste Profile Light & Dry
Rice variety Yukimegami
Yeast variety Association No. 1801
Alcohol 16.0%
RPR ? 35%
SMV ? 2.0
Acidity ? 1.2
Values listed are at the time of production.

Serving Temperature

The best serving temperature of Chiyokotobuki “Toranoko” is cold (40-60°F).
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Region

Chiyokotobuki “Toranoko” - Yamagata prefecture

Chiyokotobuki is made in Yamagata prefecture in the Tohoku region.

Taste Metrics

Tasting Notes

  • Pear

    Pear

  • Peach

    Peach

  • Melon

    Melon

Recommended Pairing

  • Seafood

    Seafood

  • Sushi/Sashimi

    Sushi/Sashimi

  • Meat

    Meat

Chiyokotobuki Toraya

The current iteration of the brewery was launched in 1922, but the story goes back to the early 1700s. Initially, Toraya was opened by Sozaemon Onuma in the city of Yamagata. As years passed, the brewery’s success declined, but was later revived by eighth-generation owner Yasuyoshi Onuma. They expanded operations, which eventually led to opening the independent Sagae, Yamagata, branch of Chiyokotobuki Toraya. This brewery is committed to only using natural resources from their home prefecture, including brewing with meltwater from Mount Gassan, and working with local farmers and research groups to carefully select the best Yamagata sake rice.

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