Okunomatsu Daiginjo Shizuku "Ihei"

The nose on this "gravity drip” sake is a gentle collection of cherry, strawberry, pear, pineapple, vanilla, and cooked rice aromas. Big and elegant, this Shizuku sake is robust and punchy with an 18% ABV that drinks with appealing lushness. Crisp, velvety, slippery, and full-bodied for a Daiginjo, this brew is pure impact. Look for pear, melon, juicy papaya, pineapple, sugar apple, and rock sugar flavors that are ushered along with a hot push. Have this chilled in a bigger wine glass. WORD: Shizuku WINE: Robust Reds/Beefy Whites BEER: Fat Ales FOODS: Sushi, sashimi, lobster, crab, shrimp, steaks, and oysters.