Shosetsu Junmai Daiginjo Namachozo “Bizen Omachi”

The nose on this Daiginjo brewed in Shizuoka Prefecture, which is known for some of the best food-friendly sake in Japan, is a fun collection of vanilla,  peach, guava, juniper, pineapple, orange peel, nutmeg, and nutty aromas. Sporting the first Shizuoka Geographical Indication designation sticker in the store, this brew uses Bizen Omachi rice milled to 45% (Wait what?) and is only pasteurized once. Clean, crisp, zesty, bright, soft, round, and with a super "Kire" quick finish, this sake is dry in the palate and wide in flavor, with a touch of creaminess. Look for vanilla, browned butter, grains, cereal bar, oregano, earth tones, and a hint of buttermilk, on an umami driven flow that feels great sip after sip. When we taste as a team, some brews bring us all together with a delicious smile, and this Omachi superstar is one of those brews. WORD: Omachi  WINE: Dry Reds/Crisp Whites BEER: Zesty Ales FOODS: Extremely versatile with a wide range of dishes including yakitori, creamy pasta, and steaks.