Sawaya Matsumoto

Shuhari Omachi

9.15 ratings
9.12 pro ratings
Japan
Rice
Top Notes For
Aaron Tan

Remnants of a revolution

An oldie from one of my favourite saké producers, Hidehiko Matsumoto, who's been a maverick in the world of saké with his "interpretation" of traditions and championing of terrior. Sadly, this may well be the last bottle of Shuhari I get to drink considering Matsumoto-san's highly publicized departure from the family brewery (Sawaya Matsumoto) last year due to internal conflicts. Fret not! Matsumoto-san's got some exciting projects in hand (Suginomori Brewery being one of them), so it won't be long before we get to taste his creations again.

Golden in the glass, with aged aromas of soy and nuts looming over melon and peach notes. The palate's surprisingly energetic and youthful considering the maturity of the nose - rich and juicy with a light spritz and herbal undertones. Signature Shuhari texture (reminds me of white wine phenolics) and acidity in the bitter-sweet finish. Paired perfectly with our wagyu donburi.

Remnants of a revolution

An oldie from one of my favourite saké producers, Hidehiko Matsumoto, who's been a maverick in the world of saké with his "interpretation" of traditions and championing of terrior. Sadly, this may well be the last bottle of Shuhari I get to drink considering Matsumoto-san's highly publicized departure from the family brewery (Sawaya Matsumoto) last year due to internal conflicts. Fret not! Matsumoto-san's got some exciting projects in hand (Suginomori Brewery being one of them), so it won't be long before we get to taste his creations again.

Golden in the glass, with aged aromas of soy and nuts looming over melon and peach notes. The palate's surprisingly energetic and youthful considering the maturity of the nose - rich and juicy with a light spritz and herbal undertones. Signature Shuhari texture (reminds me of white wine phenolics) and acidity in the bitter-sweet finish. Paired perfectly with our wagyu donburi.

Oct 14th, 2021
Lee Pitofsky

Aromatic and fruit forward but finishes dry, notes of melon and citrus

Aromatic and fruit forward but finishes dry, notes of melon and citrus

Feb 10th, 2018
Bonnie Chu

Slightly fizzy

Slightly fizzy

Feb 18th, 2023
Hiroyuki Hikichi

Slightly hoppy. I like Sawaya.

Slightly hoppy. I like Sawaya.

Nov 17th, 2019
Andy Tam

澤屋まつもと Shuhari from 松本 brewery. Slightly dry with a good bitter finish to cut across sashimi mildness. Sake for Clau. 50% polished Yoshikawa rice from Hyogo. ¥1800 @masuya_saketen

澤屋まつもと Shuhari from 松本 brewery. Slightly dry with a good bitter finish to cut across sashimi mildness. Sake for Clau. 50% polished Yoshikawa rice from Hyogo. ¥1800 @masuya_saketen

Oct 6th, 2017