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.