Sawaya Matsumoto
Shuhari Omachi
Japan
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.
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
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