Shishi No Sato Sake Jummai Ginjo “Shun” NV 1.8Ltr

A soft, elegant and lightly fruity Junmai Ginjo with subtle sweetness. Extremely versatile for pairing but the maker particularly recommends it with delicate seafood like fluke, squid and seabream. With lighter flavors the sweetness of the sake recedes and becomes crisp and dry, and with richer flavor the umami blooms and expands. Light sweetness provides an excellent contrast to vinegared dishes or ponzu dipping sauce.

• Country: Japan
• Region: Ishikawa Prefecture
• Size: 1.8Ltr
• Alcohol by Vol: 14.0%

Varietal

Sake

Sake is a Japanese rice wine made from fermented rice, water, yeast, and koji mold (Aspergillus oryzae), which converts starch into fermentable sugars. Unlike beer, which undergoes sequential fermentation, sake is brewed using multiple parallel fermentation, where saccharification and fermentation occur simultaneously. It typically ranges from 13-16% ABV and is classified based on rice polishing ratio and whether brewer’s alcohol is added. Sake styles vary widely. Junmai sakes, made without added alcohol, tend to have a rich, umami-driven character, while Ginjo and Daiginjo sakes—brewed with highly polished rice—offer delicate, aromatic profiles with notes of melon, pear, and floral elegance. Futsushu, an everyday table sake, is less refined but widely consumed. Sake can be enjoyed chilled, warm, or at room temperature, depending on the variety. With a smooth texture and balanced acidity, it pairs well with sushi, tempura, grilled fish, and a variety of Japanese dishes.