Kyoto
Kyoto
Matsui Sake Brewery Kagura Midnight Blue Junmai Muroka Nama Genshu
Japanese Sake
$78.99
Floral and ripe-fruit aromas accompany a silky, balanced palate, gentle rice umami and a clean, lingering finish. Iwai rice forms the base of this junmai sake. It is an unfiltered, unpasteurized and undiluted nama genshu release. The sake’s flavour changes with serving temperature. The brewery is based in Kyoto, Japan, where the sake is produced.
Sho Chiku Bai Kyoto Junmai 720 mL
Japanese Sake
$27.99
Subtle fruit and toasted rice give the aroma a gentle, savoury warmth. The palate is medium-bodied and umami-driven, with notes of steamed grain, mild spice and a lightly briny, dashi-like depth. As it cools, the profile becomes cleaner and more mineral, with hints of vanilla and fresh dough. Enjoy chilled, at room temperature or gently warmed, pairing it with grilled salmon, teriyaki chicken, mushrooms, noodles or tempura.
Nichi Nichi Yamadanishiki Sake
Japanese Sake
$94.99
A gentle natural spritz lifts fresh aromas of peach, pear and lychee, with a subtle yogurt note bringing savoury complexity. The palate is fruit-forward yet balanced, carrying elegant rice umami through a satiny, finely textured frame. Bright freshness keeps the profile light and precise. The finish is smooth, composed and impressively long. Serve lightly chilled with sashimi, steamed shellfish, or mild fresh cheese.
Nichi Nichi Tamasakae Sake
Japanese Sake
$136.99
A gentle natural spritz opens into green apple and fresh pear, with a delicate rice-flour note adding quiet savoury depth. The palate is elegant and composed, showing good mid-palate weight without heaviness. Soft acidity carries the orchard fruit toward a clean, drying finish. The overall profile is restrained, precise and easy to pair. Serve lightly chilled with tempura, white fish, or steamed dumplings.
Nichi Nichi Our Rice Field Sake
Japanese Sake
$349.99
A fine natural spritz lifts aromas of white grape, melon and apple, with a quiet fresh-herb note adding detail. The palate is refined and balanced, bringing gentle rice umami through bright, measured acidity. The texture remains composed and light despite good depth. A clean, soft finish carries with impressive length. Serve lightly chilled with sea bream, fresh chèvre, or simply seasoned poultry.
Nichi Nichi Akitsu Yamadanishiki Sake
Japanese Sake
$123.99
A slight natural spritz introduces restrained aromas of melon and crisp apple. The palate is elegant and rounded, balancing gentle sweetness with lively acidity and a clear, dry line. Good depth builds through the middle without adding weight, allowing the fruit and rice character to remain precise. The finish is clean, drying and sustained. Serve lightly chilled with sashimi, grilled fish, or delicate vegetable dishes.
Sawaya Matsumoto Shuhari Ultra Junmai Daiginjo Sake
Japanese Sake
$121.99
Rich and concentrated on the palate, with clear savoury umami framed by fresh, bright acidity. The texture is polished and generous without feeling heavy, allowing the rice character to remain precise and composed. A clean, crisp finish restores freshness and keeps the profile highly versatile at the table. Serve lightly chilled with grilled fish, roasted poultry, or simply prepared meat dishes.
Tamanohikari Blue Fox Mane-Kitsune Junmai Ginjo Sake
Japanese Sake
$27.99
Apple and melon give the aroma a fresh, lightly floral lift, joined by cooked rice, subtle honey and a quiet nutty note. The palate is medium-dry and clean, with refreshing acidity balancing a savoury core of rice umami. A light, sharp finish keeps the profile precise rather than rich. Serve chilled with sushi, sashimi, grilled fish, tempura or savoury snacks; gentle warmth can bring the rice character forward with heartier dishes.
Gekkeikan Yamada Nishiki Junmai 300 mL
Japanese Sake
$17.99
Fresh aromatics lead into a dry, well-shaped palate with a satisfying balance of clean cut and rounded rice depth. The body is generous without becoming heavy, and a savoury grain note carries through the middle before the finish turns crisp and composed. It is versatile across serving temperatures. Enjoy chilled, at room temperature or gently warmed with soy-braised dishes, fried oysters, grilled pork, mushrooms or richer fish.
Tamanohikari Karakuchi Junmai Ginjo
Japanese Sake
$56.99
A gentle herbaceous lift opens over fresh rice cake and a subtle savoury note. The palate is full enough to show depth, yet the dry structure keeps it brisk, with touches of bamboo leaf, peach and rice candy adding quiet complexity. A clean, sharp finish makes the style particularly food-friendly. Serve chilled or at room temperature with grilled fish, tofu, tempura, yakitori or mushroom dishes.
Tamanohikari Junmai Ginjo Karakuchi 1.8 L
Japanese Sake
$99.99
Fresh rice and delicate orchard fruit lead a clean, understated aroma. The palate is distinctly dry, with natural acidity bringing a brisk, refreshing edge and a gentle savoury note adding depth. Its texture is smooth but never heavy, allowing the rice character to remain clear through the middle. The finish is crisp and composed, leaving a subtle umami impression and a pure, lightly mineral aftertaste.