NV | Kiminoi Emperor's Well Junmai Daiginjo Sake | Japan 720ml Jorio Despite the wine's relative youth

Despite the wine's relative youth

Dry and tightly wound on entry and then more fleshy in the mid-palate

Plenty of impact and concentration

Spicy and stalky

Parcels of Grenache planted on lieux-dits Chaupin

NV | Kiminoi Emperor's Well Junmai Daiginjo Sake | Japan 720ml Jorio Despite the wine's relative youthThe nose on this Yamahai is mild collection of cream, nougat, rice candy, and steamed rice aromas. Smooth, light, with a nice body and a gentle acidity. This new Kiminoi is rich but not heavy, and superbly balanced. It is an elegant brew that celebrates the flavor of Gohyakumangoku brewing rice that is now milled to 55%. Look for hints of roasted rice, caramel, nougat, and rice pudding flavors that move along on a smooth and evenly balanced flow.