Garyubai: Modern Taste with Quality of Tradition
Drink
The unusually shaped bottle is only available in NY
while the 300ml size makes it perfect for a cozy dinner for two.
With 320 years of history behind them, Sanwa brewery in Shizuoka stands out amongst others for their sensitivity to the changes in time and creating tastes that cater to newer generations of sake drinkers while upholding their high standards for quality. The Garyubai series was released in 2002 in the US, and is so far all the rage in Japan, as some are getting hard to come by even in its homeland.
The release of Junmai Daiginjyo last month in the US came with much anticipation, especially since it has received such a high acclaim in Japan, winning first place in its class last year in the new International Sake Challenge Competition. It is made with Yamadanishiki rice, polished down to 40%, and its aroma of ripe muskmelon is drawing many female fans as well as a new generation of sake lovers. “Because it is a genshu (no water added) the alcohol content is slightly higher, giving it a clean finish. It’s great with foods, but it can also stand on its own” says Mr. Suzuki, the owner of the brewery. The depth of its taste combined with well-balanced smoothness, is the work of the skilled master brewer Mr. Sugawara, who makes the sake with hand-made koji (mold), and ferments the sake in small quantities at a low temperature for long periods of time. The sake’s delicate fragrance is great with white foods like mozzarella cheese and tomato salad, fish with white meat, oysters, and Chinese style steamed chicken.
The Garyubai series is Sanwa’s motto in a nutshell, and its top of the line Junmai Daiginjyo is the crystallization of their more than 300 years of sake making experience. It is the best of tradition, innovation, high standards and craftsmanship all condensed into a bottle of perfection.
Exclusively imported and distributed by Wine of Japan Import, Inc.
235 West Parkway, Pompton Plains, NJ 07444
TEL: 973-835-8585 / FAX: 973-835-9097
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