This delicate honjozo is matured in small, hand-made cedar barrels for 3-6 months. A small "dosage" of older sake is added at completion to refine and ensure continuity of character. Kitsukura taruzake continues a centuries old tradition that precedes glass, ceramic or stainless steel aging.
 
Tasting Notes
Body: Light
Sake Meter Value: +3
Serving Temp: Chilled | Warm
Flavor Profile:
Medium light-bodied, clear, woodsy, subtle brown spice, distinctive mellow aroma of Yoshino Cedar.
Food Pairings:
Seafood Paella | Black and Blue Steaks | Hamachi Kama | Roasted Gamebird with Sweet Potato
 
Rice Type: Miyama-Nishiki
Milling Rate: 65%
Yeast: Nagano Kyokai #901
Alc by Vol: 16.5%