Gozenshu 1859 Sake 720ml

Textural junmai sake with soft florals, ripe fruit, savoury rice character and a smooth, balanced finish. About The Sake Gozenshu 1859 Sake is a distinctive junmai sake from Okayama, made with Omachi rice and built around depth, texture and drinkability. It sits in a beautifully balanced style, combining gentle sweetness, mellow acidity and savoury rice complexity, with enough freshness to keep everything lively and polished. The name 1859 refers to the year Omachi rice was discovered, tying the sake closely to one of Japan’s most revered heritage rice varieties. Tasting Notes Aroma: Soft floral notes, ripe fruit and a subtle herbal lift.Palate: Smooth and layered, with savoury rice character, gentle sweetness and mellow acidity.Finish: Clean and balanced, with lingering umami and a soft, rounded close. Serving Suggestions Serve chilled, at room temperature or gently warmed depending on the style you want to bring forward. It works beautifully with grilled fish, yakitori, hotpot, mushroom dishes or other savoury Japanese style dishes.  About the Winery / Producer / Region Gozenshu is made by Tsuji Honten in Okayama, a brewery with deep roots in the region and a strong connection to Omachi rice. The 1859 release is part of a series focused on exploring the character of this heritage variety, with the style leaning into richness, umami and traditional sake character rather than a highly aromatic modern profile. Cellaring Potential Best enjoyed for its freshness, texture and balance, though its structure means it can also show well over the short term if stored carefully. Details Producer: Tsuji Honten / Gozenshu Style: Junmai Sake Rice: Omachi Rice Polishing Ratio: 65% Region: Okayama, Japan Alcohol: 15.0% Bottle Size: 720ml