Basic Information

Brand: Kirin-zan

Type: Junmai Daiginjo

Rice Polishing: 45 %

Alcohol: 15-16% by volume

Bottle size: 720 ml Case Pack: 6 bottles

UPC Code: 844650025002

Producer

Producer: Kirinzan Shuzo Founded: 1838

Owned by: Saito Family

Location: 46 Tsugawa, Aga-machi, Higashi-kanbara-gun,

Niigata 959-4402, JAPAN

Website: http://www.kirinzan.co.jp

Toji (Sake Master): Takeo Goto - Takeo-san has been making sake for over 20 years.

He both oversees sake making and takes part in growing rice with his team.

Ingredients & technical data

Rice: Gohyaku-man-goku

Water: soft water

Yeast: G901

SMV: +3 Acidity: 1.3

Amino acids: 1.2

Other information

Serving temp. : Serve chilled (50-59°F or 10-15°C).

Tasting Notes: Elegant, refined, citrusy on the palate.

Reminiscent of a clean mountain stream.

Food pairing: White fish & shellfish – raw, steamed or grilled.

Chicken - roasted or grilled.

Kirinzan Shuzo is located near Mt. Kirin (= Kirin-zan).

Kirin, a mythical creature much like a flying dragon, is believed to bring about happiness.