| Brand | Homare |
| Region | Fukushima, Japan |
| Spirits Type | Sake |
| Spirits Style | Junmai Daiginjo |
| ABV | 16% / Rice Polishing: 40% |
Product details
Homare Kitakata Terroir Episode IV Junmai Daiginjo is a premium expression from Homare Sake Brewery, a historic producer founded in 1918 in Kitakata, Fukushima. Built on a philosophy of honoring tradition while embracing innovation, the brewery is renowned for showcasing the unique character of its local environment through carefully crafted premium expressions. Episode IV is made exclusively from Kitakata-grown Yamada Nishiki rice, polished to a refined level, and reflects the region's distinctive terroir through its pristine water, favorable climate, and generations of craftsmanship. Carefully produced and stored under strict temperature control, this exceptional release embodies Homare's pursuit of purity, balance, and precision while expressing the authentic identity of Kitakata.
The aroma offers officially noted scents of ripe melon, green apple, hints of lychee, and a soft floral nuance. The palate is silky and well-balanced, featuring gentle sweetness and refined acidity that lead to a crisp, lingering finish. Serve lightly chilled with white fish sashimi, sea urchin, sweet shrimp, lightly salted yakitori, or delicately seasoned Japanese cuisine to complement its elegant character and refined balance.
