Sake Bijofu Junrei Tama Junmai Ginjo, Hamakawa Shoten, Kochi

Sake Variety - Junmai Ginjo 
Seimaibuai (rice kernel remaining): 55%
Koji rice: Matsuyama  Mii
A.B.V.- 15%
Location of production - Brewed in Kochi, Japan at Hamakawa Brewery
Visual - Cristal clear 
Nose - Complex earthy notes with tropical fruits perfumes 
Taste -The refreshing taste and subtle acidity that spreads inside the mouth adds to the smoothness while enhancing the umami of the rice at the same time.
Vinification - Distillation - Brewed
Hamakawa Shoten is located east of Kochi City alongside the ocean. The drive from the city to the brewery boasts beautiful views of the ocean that reminded me of views along Highway 1. The difference is that there are tsunami escape towers every quarter mile or so. Kitaoka-san of the brewery explained the harsh reality that they are expecting a large earthquake any day now, and these towers will be the townspeople’s only hope. In fact, there is a tower right next to the brewery as well, serving as a reminder that it is just a waiting game. This sake is the best example of a classically Kochi-style sake .