Fukucho
Moon on the Water
Miho Imada, Fukucho owner and toji (master brewer), is one of the few female tojis in Japan. This sake is made with the famous soft water of Hiroshima prefecture which gives it deep, persistent flavor.
Sake Facts
Quality Grade: Junmai Ginjo
Seimaibuai: 55% (45% of rice grain polished away)
Rice: Yamada Nishiki & Hatta Nishiki
Yeast: Brewer's Original
Nihonshu-do: 3
Alcohol: 16.5%
Acidity: 1.4
Size/UPC Code:
720ml: 835603005004
300ml: 835603005127
720ml: 835603005004
300ml: 835603005127
Tasting Notes/Food Pairing:
The fruity nose of lime and melon is pressed to the forefront with bold hints of fennel, white pepper and allspice. The flavors gravitate to ripe cantaloupe and black licorice while the minerality from the soft water is evident in the finish. The slightly sweet and clean mid-palate finishes dry.
The fruity nose of lime and melon is pressed to the forefront with bold hints of fennel, white pepper and allspice. The flavors gravitate to ripe cantaloupe and black licorice while the minerality from the soft water is evident in the finish. The slightly sweet and clean mid-palate finishes dry.
Brewery Facts
Brewery Name: Imada Shuzo
Brewery Founded: 1868
Brewery Location: Hiroshima Prefecture
Toji (master brewer): Miho Imada
Brewery President: Yukinao Imada
Press:
88 Points, Stephen Tanzers International Wine Cellar, 2007
"Very pale, green-tinged color. Fruity, vibrant aromas of lime, fennel and minerals, with a hint of white pepper; this one is also rather Chablis-like. Rich and soft in the mouth, conveying lovely fullness without weight. Just a bit aggressive and warm on the finish. This needs to be served with food. The water in the Hiroshima prefecture is known for being very soft. Made by one of the very small number of female brewers in Japan."
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