NV | Kiminoi Emperor's Well Junmai Daiginjo Sake | Japan 720ml Muscat plus a whiff of Bourbon

plus a whiff of Bourbon whiskey

The fruit for the 2018 The Caley Cabernet & Shiraz comes from Coonawarra and Barossa

and small notes of cassis associated with touches of cornflower

The Vin Santo dell'Empolese from the wine-growing region of Tuscany is a dense light yellow

yet there is a tension to hold everything in check

NV | Kiminoi Emperor's Well Junmai Daiginjo Sake | Japan 720ml Muscat plus a whiff of BourbonThe nose on this Yamahai is mild collection of cream, nougat, rice candy, and steamed rice aromas. Smooth, light, with a nice body and a gentle acidity. This new Kiminoi is rich but not heavy, and superbly balanced. It is an elegant brew that celebrates the flavor of Gohyakumangoku brewing rice that is now milled to 55%. Look for hints of roasted rice, caramel, nougat, and rice pudding flavors that move along on a smooth and evenly balanced flow.