Tatenokawa Junmai Daiginjo 18 | Ultimate Yukimegami Rice Polishing 18%

Tatenokawa's Milestone of Extreme Polishing | The 18% Shimpaku Essence of Yukimegami

Tatenokawa Brewery's milestone in challenging the polishing limit! Selecting Yamagata's premier Daiginjo-purpose rice "Yukimegami", every grain is luxuriously polished away by 82%, retaining only the precious 18% Shimpaku core.

Yukimegami is Yamagata's latest premium rice variety, developed specifically for Daiginjo brewing — featuring exceptionally strong shimpaku resistance, ideal for ultra-high polishing. Brewed with 0.1°C-precision temperature control, this premium Junmai Daiginjo reveals a jewel-like crystalline body, blossoming pure fruit aromatics, refined rice sweetness, and silky texture. A premium expression that pours absolute passion into both raw material and brewing craftsmanship — embodying Tatenokawa's obsession with extreme polishing — for sake collectors, premium sake devotees, the most prestigious business gifting, and premier sake gift sets.

Core Brewing Character | Yukimegami × Ultimate Polishing

• Premier Rice Yukimegami:Yamagata's latest premium rice variety developed specifically for Daiginjo, with exceptional shimpaku resistance for ultra-high polishing
• 18% Seimaibuai Shimpaku Essence:Each grain luxuriously polished away by 82% to retain only the 18% Shimpaku core — the origin of Tatenokawa's ultra-polished series
• 0.1°C Precision Brewing:0.1°C-precision temperature-controlled brewing in small hand-crafted batches, revealing a jewel-like crystalline body

Tasting Notes

• Nose:Crystal-clear and jewel-like, opening with pure white florals, green apple, pear, and a delicate hint of honey
• Palate:Silky and refined, Yukimegami's pure rice sweetness, white peach, and gentle almond unfold over crystalline minerality
• Finish:Long and pure, with lingering white florals and Yukimegami's signature rice sweetness

Recommended Serving

• Chilled (5–10°C):The ideal serving temperature for Junmai Daiginjo — fully expressing Yukimegami's delicate florals and umami
• Wine Glass Service:A white wine glass (rather than an ochoko) better releases the layered aromatics
• Food Pairing:Pairs beautifully with sashimi, white-fleshed fish, kaiseki cuisine, and wagashi sweets
• Storage:Store in a cool, dark place — drink soon after opening to enjoy peak flavor

Specifications

• Brewery:Tatenokawa Brewery (Yamagata Prefecture)
• Type:Junmai Daiginjo
• Rice:Yamagata Yukimegami
• Seimaibuai:18%
• Brewing:0.1°C precision control, small-batch hand-crafted
• Volume:720ml

A milestone of Tatenokawa's pursuit of extreme polishing — for sake collectors, premium sake devotees, and premier sake gift sets.