Kikunotsukasa Daiginjo Vintage 18 Years Old White Wine 75cLBy Winebuyers

This 18 years old Daiginjo, slowly matured at a very low temperature in the bottle, is made with Yamadanishiki rice, often called the king of rice in the sake world. The initial sake was made to be submitted to the most prestigious sake competition of the year in Japan called the Kanpyokai, so this sake is Kikunotsukasa Brewery's submission sake 18 years ago. It's deceptively smooth for a sake of its age, with only slight hints of matured notes such as caramel. It is highly recommended for those usually not used to such bold flavors, but looking for a Daiginjo with depth and complexity that can only be produced with patience. The sake has soft fruity and floral aromas on the nose, with a creamy texture and slight acidity on the palate. It's full-bodied but not overpowering. It pairs well with fatty tuna sushi or kaisendon, pork chops and siu mai. Serve chilled (8-15°C) and store in a dry and cool place.