| Brand | Hakutsuru |
| Region | Hyogo, Kinki, Japan |
| Spirits Type | Sake |
| Spirits Style | Junmai Daiginjo |
| ABV | 16.3% / Rice Polishing: 38% |
Product details
Hakutsuru “Tenku” Yamada Nishiki Junmai Daiginjo is the most iconic sake in Hakutsuru’s portfolio—an expression that represents the pinnacle of centuries of brewing tradition in Nada, Hyōgo Prefecture. Created in limited quantities, every bottle is hand-crafted with meticulous care at each stage. From washing the rice by hand to separating the sake from the lees without applying any external pressure, the process is entirely artisanal. The mash is suspended in cloth bags, allowing the clear liquid to drip naturally under its own weight, preserving the sake’s purest character and delicate nuances. Crafted from the finest Hyōgo-grown Yamada Nishiki rice, polished to 38%, and fermented slowly at low temperatures, Tenku embodies the perfect marriage of time-honored methods and modern precision. Only the most refined “nakadori” (the middle portion of the pressing) is used—considered the highest-quality sake fraction—resulting in exceptional clarity and finesse.
On the palate, Hakutsuru Tenku offers a harmonious blend of fruity aromas and smooth, mellow flavor, elegantly accented by placid trailing notes that linger with transparent purity. The bouquet evokes lush white peach, gentle citrus, and a hint of sweetness balanced by a soft, serene finish. Its texture is remarkably polished, unfolding with graceful depth and a sense of clarity that sets it apart among daiginjo sakes. Serve lightly chilled (around 10–15 °C) to best reveal its layered aromatics and delicate mouthfeel. This sake is a natural match for refined cuisine—pair it with scallop sashimi, fresh seafood salads, lightly seasoned vegetable dishes, or roasted white meats to highlight its elegant, resonant profile. With Tenku, Hakutsuru invites you to experience a sake that has been re-examined from the ground up, crafted with everything the brewery knows about perfecting Japan’s finest sake.
