Tenjo Mugen Junmai Ginjo Nigori
The nose on this beautifully packaged coarsely filtered cloudy sake (Nigori) is an amazing collection of cream, yogurt, rice candy, mochi, plum, oatmeal, pear, honey, and raisin aromas. Filled by hand, each bottle of this stunning cloudy sake has a balanced ratio of creamy rice particles in an equally stunning decanter bottle with cork top, and is made using a rice varietal (Manamasume) that translates to “beloved daughter.” Creamy, zesty, bright, spritzy, medium-bodied, and with a little fresh tingle this Nigori is round, lush, velvety, and drinks incredibly smooth. Look for pear, apple pie, sweet milk, grape, and lots of honey flavors that balance with a creamy umami to form a super smooth Junmai Ginjo Nigori that rolls across the palate with a sweet ricey tail. This is one of those “Don’t Miss” sake experiences that rewards those who are looking for the ultimate Nigori. WORD: Creamy WINE: Rich Reds/Fruity Whites BEER: Creamy Ales FOODS: Cocktail fare, international spice, creamy pastas, cheese and fruit plates, buffalo wings, cured meats, burritos, and BBQ.