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Junmai Daiginjo

Shichida “Junmai Daiginjo”

Shichida · Saga

Shichida's junmai daiginjo from Tenzan Shuzo in Saga Prefecture is known for its distinctive floral aroma—often described as violet-like—leading into a smooth, lightly peachy palate. The aromatics are vivid without being overpowering, and the overall structure is clean enough to work equally as an aperitif or alongside delicate seafood. It has received consistent recognition across international competitions.

Why we recommend it

One of the more distinctive aromatic profiles in the US sake market. The violet note is real and memorable—worth trying if you have not encountered it before.

Quick Reference

Best for

Drinkers who want a vivid, floral aroma as the main event—the violet-like note is genuinely distinctive and consistently reported.

Taste in brief

Intensely floral with a violet-like aroma leading into a light, lightly peachy palate and a clean, moderate finish.

What makes it distinct

The violet-like aroma note is one of the more unusual in the daiginjo category and consistently reported across independent reviewers.

For beginners

If you're curious about what sake aromatics can smell like, this is one of the clearest examples—the floral character is vivid and easy to identify.

Character

Aperitif Shines When Chilled For Wine Drinkers Subtle

Technical profile

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Rice variety
Yamadanishiki
Rice polishing ratio
45%
Filtration / texture
Unfiltered (muroka)
Dilution
Genshu (undiluted)
Alcohol by volume
16.0
Sake meter value
+2
Acidity
1.5

Try it with

Oysters, delicate sashimi, or light amuse-bouche—the aromatics are best paired with something that won't compete.

  • oysters
  • delicate sashimi
  • mild white fish
  • light amuse-bouche

How to serve

Serve well chilled in a tulip or white wine glass to focus the aroma.

Chilled

For wine drinkers

The floral intensity has some parallels to Muscat or Gewürztraminer, but without the sweetness.

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