Tozai Well of Wisdom Ginjo Sake (720ML)
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Well of Wisdom draws its water source from the town of Fushimi, which means "hidden water" and is known for its characteristically soft and pure water that is perfect for brewing sake.
Watermelon, honeydew, sweet melon, and a hint of pistachio. Soft and silky with a touch of white pepper on the finish.
Your new go-to apertif. Drink with shrimp skewers, BBQ chicken, and citrus-based ceviches.
Ginjo is like Junmai Ginjo, which requires milling of 40% of the rice grain so that 60% of each grain remains. However, Ginjo allows a small amount of distilled alcohol to be added during fermentation, which can make this style a bit more fresh, aromatic and clean on the palate, compared with its counterpart. Pair Ginjo saké with cold, crisp or raw dishes that don't hide the saké’s delicate flavors.
The introduction of the waterwheel in the 17th century, which eliminated the need for the manual polishing of rice grains, allowed Japan to begin producing saké at an industrial level for its greater population. Today Japan remains at the cutting edge of technology in its brewing practices. However, the traditional methods of handcrafted, artisanal saké remain alive in smaller and often family-owned breweries. Many of these showcase local ingredients and focus on microclimates to make what is known as ‘jizake,’ or regional saké.