Yoshinogawa

Named in honor of the ancient region that is now Niigata, Echigo Junmai is a serious contender, if not the winner, for the finest affordable import Junmai. Lovely water notes express the rich mountain region of Niigata while citrus and spice overtones suspended in buttery sweetness highlight the brewer's skill. It’s the perfect duality of sweet and savory making it an incredibly versatile brew.Enjoyment: Lovely with savory cuisine such as gamey meats or rotisserie, but equally good paired with...

Clean and crisp with integrated notes drawn directly from Niigata’s mountain climate. Lush mountain water notes, earthy moss and mineral heavy stones are all softened with delicate dried fruit notes. This is a specialty “extra-dry” brew that works well chilled, at room temperature or slightly warmed to allow earthy flavors to bloom.Enjoyment: The complex, earthy flavors do well with anything herb heavy like rosemary roast chicken or creamy wild mushroom risottos.Rice: GohyakumangokuPolish:...