| Brand | Homare |
| Region | Fukushima, Japan |
| Spirits Type | Sake |
| Spirits Style | Junmai Daiginjo |
| ABV | 15% / Rice Polishing: 50% |
Product details
Homare Tatsumigura Junmai Daiginjo is a refined expression from Homare, a historic producer founded in 1918 in the renowned Aizu region of Fukushima Prefecture. Located at the foot of sacred Mount Iide, the brewery benefits from exceptionally soft spring water and premium local rice, two defining elements that shape its elegant and polished creations. Crafted with carefully polished Gohyakumangoku rice and fermented slowly at low temperatures, Tatsumigura showcases the brewery’s dedication to purity, balance, and precision. To maintain its vibrant freshness and delicate character, the product is gently heat-treated once and stored under carefully controlled cold conditions, resulting in a clean and sophisticated profile with remarkable clarity.
The aroma opens with crisp notes of fresh apple and ripe pear, offering a delicate fruit-forward character that remains subtle and refined. On the palate, it is smooth, dry, and exceptionally clean, with a gentle texture reminiscent of cool spring water flowing through a quiet forest. Soft rice umami and delicate minerality create balance and depth, leading to a refreshing and elegant finish. Best enjoyed chilled, this graceful expression pairs beautifully with grilled fish, lightly seasoned grilled chicken, and delicately prepared Japanese cuisine that highlights natural flavors.
