Eigashima Shuzo Kamitaka Mizumoto Junmai Sake (Octopus Label)

Eigashima Shuzo Kamitaka Mizumoto Junmai “Octopus Label” is a savory Junmai made in the ancient mizumoto style, showing deep rice flavor and pronounced umami. On the nose you get subtle aromas of ripe apricot, persimmon, and narazuke (sweet Japanese pickles)which gives it a sweet‑savory, slightly funky lift; with deeper notes of nuts. While on the palate Eigashima Shuzo Kamitaka Mizumoto Junmai “ Octopus Label” is lean with an earthy, gritty tannin-like dryness that is complemented by notes of rye bread, and a nutty backbone. This makes it a perfect accompaniment to rich foods: stewed or grilled octopus, other coastal seafood, katsu, grilled meats, soft ripe cheeses, smoked fish or fowl, and salty soy‑sauce‑heavy dishes.