Hagiwara Tokubetsu Junmai Yamahai -720ml

萩原 - 山廃純米酒 - Hagiwara [萩原] - A new brand launched by Tokumasamune [ 徳正宗 ] in October 2017.

Unlike a typical Yamahai which usually is funky, earthly and musky, Hagiwara Yamahai Junmai has a pleasant acidity and richness with a mellow flavour.

The unique combination of the Yamahai method with a sake rice that typically posseses an elevated aromatic profile results in a fruit forward nose with a notably amplified acidity that complements meat-centric and richly flavored cuisine.

 A “yamahai” (which uses a specific process to add lactic acid) is an outstanding choice with a steak.  More full-bodied, but still complex. Generally served cold which gives this Yamahai a crisp finish, it can also be warmed up to soften its acidity and sourness, making it more gentle on the palate.

Additional Information:

• Rice: Jiuqu (domestic rice)
• Polish rate: 60%
• ABV: 15% 
• SMV: +4.0 (Dry)
• Acidity: 1.8
• Brewery: Ibaraki, Hagiwara Shuzou Co., Ltd. 

Awards:

• National Kanzake Contest 2018 "Premium Kanzake Category
  Gold Award
• Silver Award at the 12th International Sake Challenge

What's Yamahai?

https://www.saketoday.com/kimoto-vs-yamahai/