Dassai Sake Brewery

50 Junmai Daiginjo Yamaguchi Sake

9.0117 ratings
9.120 pro ratings
Yamaguchi, Japan
Rice
Top Notes For
Jusden Aumand

This sake is in a tough spot. Overshadowed by its big brother 23, and conversely ripped on by some tasters because it is Dassai. Judging it merely on taste and quality it is outstanding. Guava, apricot, some stewed bamboo shoots and a touch of black licorice. A touch on the sweet side but very balanced, and a precise dry finish.

I feel it is Dassai's best offering.

This sake is in a tough spot. Overshadowed by its big brother 23, and conversely ripped on by some tasters because it is Dassai. Judging it merely on taste and quality it is outstanding. Guava, apricot, some stewed bamboo shoots and a touch of black licorice. A touch on the sweet side but very balanced, and a precise dry finish.

I feel it is Dassai's best offering.

1 person found it helpfulOct 15th, 2015
Ed Lehrman

Consistently good and not terribly expensive. Green apple, off-dry and very round and polished.

Consistently good and not terribly expensive. Green apple, off-dry and very round and polished.

Sep 6th, 2015
Jeff Sidwell

Owner Bon! Gourmet

8.9

Otter fest 50 nectarine very smooth and floral off dry

Otter fest 50 nectarine very smooth and floral off dry

Aug 27th, 2015
Jimmy Hayes

Estate Director Mayacamas Vineyard

9.5

Really really good. Very clean and pretty. A distinct round sweetness on the attack but finishes long and smooth. Crystalline. Enjoyed with chicken sashimi! #japan

Really really good. Very clean and pretty. A distinct round sweetness on the attack but finishes long and smooth. Crystalline. Enjoyed with chicken sashimi! #japan

Jun 10th, 2015
Angel Martinez

Brand ambassador GHMumm Spain, Wine reviewer www.theluxury.es"

9.0

Sake is the new wine.

Sake is the new wine.

Apr 2nd, 2015
Craig Haserot

Founder and Proprietor Sojourn Cellars

9.2

Super smooth very rich

Super smooth very rich

Feb 22nd, 2015
Harumph Wines

Owner Harumph Wines

9.5

Silly. Thank you @morimoto @michaelgaylen

Silly. Thank you @morimoto @michaelgaylen

Feb 13th, 2015
Christopher Bates

Master Sommelier, Owner/Winemaker Element Winery

9.2

Super aromatic and floral and bright. A bit like nz sb.

Super aromatic and floral and bright. A bit like nz sb.

Nov 24th, 2014
Andy Bartee

Sales Copain Winery

9.3

Delightful

Delightful

Oct 23rd, 2014
Christopher Losa

Owner/Wine Director Bar Bambino

8.7

Juniper berry and pear with gin-like dryness.

Juniper berry and pear with gin-like dryness.

Sep 17th, 2014