Tsukinokatsura Kasegi Gashira Junmai "The Provider"

The nose on this work of brewing wonder is a cunning collection of peach, Jasmine, strawberry, grape, green apple, fresh grasses, tofuskin, and nectarine aromas.  This is a very “on-trend” sake that speaks to makers using high acidity to offset lots of sweetness, and the result is always a very wine-like sake that speaks to both worlds. Weighty but compact, light and rich, viscous and bright, this sake jumps out of the glass in an elegant and fun way with lots of citrus and slightly tart personalities. Look for kiwi, lemon water, green apple, grape, stonefruits, pineapple, and Lemonhead™ flavors that have a tannin-like dryness and a hungry astringency. A very technique driven sake that stands out in a flight and pairs very well with wine fare. And look at those stats! WORD: On-Trend WINE: Crisp Reds/Acidic Whites BEER: Crisp Citrus Ales FOODS: Oysters, crab, lobster, ponzu based fare, pickled veggies, and fruit plates.