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Rihaku Nigori (Unfiltered) – Dreamy Clouds
"Hazy pale lemonade color. Aromas of squash and nuts. Big, rich, broad
and dry; in a mellow, low-toned style, with a distinct rice flavor. A
bit neutral but sound acidity gives this smooth wine a fruity quality."
87 Points, Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar, Online
Only, Aug. 2007
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Quality Grade: Tokubetsu Junmai (at least 30% of
rice grain polished away, "Tokubetsu"= "Special") 
Seimaibuai: 59% (41% of rice grain polished away)
Rice:
Gohyakuman-goku
Nihonshu-do: +3
Alcohol: 15.6%
Acidity: 1.6
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Tasting Notes: Aromas of rice and ripe red plums.
Bright, mouthwatering acidity leads into a soft and chewy texture from
the unfiltered rice particles. The ricey flavor is joined by gently
nutty and slightly fruity flavors in the long finish.
Brewery Name: Rihaku Shuzo (founded in 1882).
Brewery Location: Shimane Prefecture
Toji (Master Brewer): Mitsuo Yoshioka
Notable Facts: Nigori sake is made so that some
of the rice lees remain in the bottle after pressing (unfiltered). Most
nigori is sweet and creamy, and thick with the unfermented rice solids.
Rihaku Nigori is a bit less chunky, but more fruity and complex than
most nigori sake.
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