Asahi Shuzo Dassai '23' Bisui 'Elegantly Tipsy' Junmai Daiginjo - 720 ml

Dassai 23 Bisui 'Elegantly Tipsy' is an ultra-premium, limited-release Junmai Daiginjo sake originating from the Yamaguchi prefecture in Japan. It is crafted by Asahi Shuzo, a brewery renowned for its focus on the 'Yamada Nishiki' rice variety and its mastery of extreme rice polishing. The 'Bisui' expression is part of the brewery's avant-garde series, designed to offer a 'slightly intoxicating' experience through a lower alcohol content achieved strictly through fermentation control rather than dilution.

Description

This sake presents a clear, refined appearance and is polished to an exacting 21% or 23% ratio, depending on the specific release. It features a gorgeous and dense aromatic profile with notes of white peach, green melon, and a delicate flowery bouquet. On the palate, it is characterized by a honey-like sweetness and a silky, well-balanced texture that is less bitter and acidic than the standard Dassai 23. The finish is remarkably clean and subtle, leaving a refreshing sweet-umami aftertaste. It has a low alcohol by volume of 10% to 12% and is best served well-chilled to highlight its clear and refreshing character.