“Awa Sake” Sparkling
Nanbu Bijin Sparkling Sake is chosen as the No.1 sparkling sake for "SAKE COMPETITION" in 2017 and 2018, Gold medal at IWC in 2021.
Nanbu Bijin Sparkling “AWASAKE” is made using a secondary in-bottle fermentation to create a clear and elegant sake. It has a floral fruity aroma and refreshing taste that is rounded out with a gentle sweetness. At the same time, it has the foundation of raw rice flavor under the aroma.
Recommended Food Paring
White fish carpaccio/Prosciutto carpaccio/Sea bream Poele/
Conger eel tempura
The refreshing taste of sparkling sake can be combined with the same dishes as when you drink champagne.
The umami of rice, which is unique to sake, gives it a mellow taste, so it goes well with fish-based main dishes.
Interview of Mr. Kosuke Kuji, 5th generation owner of Nanbu-Bijin
Detail
- Taste
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DrySweet
- Body
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LightFull
- Aroma
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LightHigh
MAKER
Nanbu-Bijin
Since 1902, Nanbu Bijin sake brewery located in Ninohe city the northernmost tip of Iwate prefecture.
The city of Ninohe is surrounded by glorious natural scenery, nestled between the Kitakami and Ou Moutains.
The name of Nanbu Bijin means “Southern Beauty”. Iwate prefecture used to be called as Southern. Beauty stands for the delicate, light, and clean nature. Nanbu Bijin is trying to produce sake which has same image of company name. Clear, refleshing taste that able people smile.
| Address | Ninohe city, Iwate prefecture |
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