| Brand | Jinyu |
| Region | Chiba, Kanto, Japan |
| Spirits Type | Sake |
| Spirits Style | Junmai Ginjo |
| ABV | 15.2% / Rice Polishing: 55% |
Product details
Jinyu is crafted by Nabedana Sake Brewery in Chiba Prefecture, an esteemed sake producer with over three centuries of brewing tradition—dating back to the Edo period and now spanning 19 generations. The "100 Poems" name is a tribute to Hyakunin Isshu, a classic anthology of 100 tanka poems by 100 poets, evoking the depth, nuance, and artistry of human emotion. This Junmai Ginjo is carefully polished and made using high-quality rice Akita Sakekomachi. The result is a sake that offers both richness and balance in true poetic form.
True to its poetic inspiration, Jinyu 100 Poems envelops the senses with a refreshing aroma that beckons like a stanza, delivering a moderate acidity that counterbalances its deep, rich flavor, finishing with elegant smoothness. Tasting profiles further reveal layers of melon, plum, and anise, contributing both fruity brightness and a subtle spice-like complexity. Additional descriptions note soft, delicate aromas of cherry and mineral, perfectly harmonizing fruitiness and acidity for a graceful balance.
This sake’s balance of refreshing aroma, moderate acidity, and rich mouthfeel makes it a versatile companion to a variety of dishes. It pairs especially well with seafood, sushi, and sashimi, as well as lightly savory fare such as yakitori with sauce, gratin, fried oysters, and sautéed scallops.
