Yoshi No Gawa Hiya Nama Nama - 300 ml Bottle

Yoshi No Gawa Hiya Nama Nama is a specialty sake originating from the Niigata prefecture of Japan. It is produced by Yoshi No Gawa, which was founded in 1548 and holds the distinction of being the oldest brewery in the Niigata region and the fifth oldest in all of Japan. The brewery is located in the Settaya region of Nagaoka City, an area blessed with pure soft water from an underground spring known as 'Tenka Kanrosen'.

Description

This 'Hiya Nama' is a rare, shelf stable unpasteurized sake that offers a fresh and invigorating sensory profile. It features luscious aromas of steamed rice, ripe pear, lychee, and passion fruit. On the palate, the sake is light and elegant with a warm mouthfeel, showcasing layers of pear and fresh mineral vibrancy. It is brewed with Gohyakumangoku rice polished to 65%, resulting in a clean and crisp finish. The alcohol by volume is 14.5% and it is best served well chilled.

Food Pairing

The fresh and versatile nature of this sake makes it an excellent match for a variety of cuisines. Its mineral notes and fruitiness pair perfectly with raw oysters, sashimi, and Japanese pickles. It also complements grilled meats and seafoods, as well as savory appetizers like chawanmushi or fresh creamy cheeses like brie. For a Western pairing, it has been noted to go particularly well with Italian seafood dishes or even savory BBQ.