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Ama no To –
Heavens Door
"Very pale yellow. High-pitched, rather Chablis-like
aromas of lime, pear, fennel and minerals. Suave and understated, in a
lighter style and very easy to drink. A rather sexy commercial-style
saké with a touch of sweetness and a smooth texture and finish. I found
myself wishing for a bit more flavor. On the other hand, if I could find
a saké like this at my local Japanese restaurants, I’d be very happy.
Made from water purified naturally as it runs through mountain rock."
89 Points, Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar, Online Only,
Aug. 2007
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Quality Grade:
Junmai Ginjo (at least 40% of rice grain polished away)
Seimaibuai: 50%
(50% of rice grain polished away)
Rice:
Ginginga
Nihonshu-do: +1
Alcohol:
16%
Acidity: 1.5
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Tasting Notes: This has
an elegant and soft fragrance and a flavor that is reminiscent of pears
and muscat grapes.
Brewery Name: Nanbu Bijin Shuzo
(founded in 1915).
Brewery Location: Iwate Prefecture
Toji (Master Brewer):
Iwate Prefecture
Notable Facts: Their toji has been
with them since 1964 and has won countless awards. In 1992, he was
selected by the Ministry of Labor as one of the "100 Great Craftsmen".
This Sake is brewed with water that is purified naturally as it courses
through the mountain rock on its way to the sea. Awards: Silver
Award--2002 U.S. National Sake Competition
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