Shirayuki Junmai Genshu "Edo Genroku 1702"

The nose on this “olden days” sake is an amazing array of chestnut, cocoa, miso, unagi sauce, vegemite, sweet potato, burnt sugar, bonito flakes, and lemon tea aromas. Say hello to a special sake that is not only historical, but a great drinking experience. Philip Harper took Time Machine from a 1712 recipe, but the team at Konishi took a formula from 1702, and made an award-winning sake that is literally like drinking a sake from over 300 years ago. Very cool and very fun. Get ready to explore a rich and full-bodied brew that is thick but not cloying, and has more flavors than any sake you’ve ever tasted. Look for butterscotch, brown butter, honey, maple syrup, warm chestnut, sweet potato, mushroom, dark chocolate, brioche, golden raisin, coffee, nougat, and pancake flavors on a huge glide that ends in an umami-rich finish.  With an 17.5% ABV, this sake is great at many temperatures including warm, and is a food pairing monster if you let it get wild. WORD: Old School WINE: Vintage Ports BEER: Heavy Stouts FOODS: Meats galore, game, venison, smoked meats, nuts, cheeses, mushroom pastas, earthy rich cuisine, duck, pheasant, turkey, and stews.