- Region: Nagano, Chubu
- Brewery Name: Suginomori
- Brand Name: Narai
- Product Name: Narai Vintage - 2021 - Label F
- Brewing Method: Sokujo
- Rice: Miyama Nishiki
- Yeast: Kyokai No.7
- Seimaibuai: Undisclosed (Junmai Daiginjo class)
- SMV: NA
- Alcohol: 14%
- Service Temperature: Cold
- Available Sizes: 720ml
Know More:
Aged to perfection for a richer aroma and flavor. As an exclusive release for the Lunar New Year, “narai vintage” has been carefully aged for about two years since our first year of brewing in 2022. This special edition exhibits a deeper golden hue and a pronounced aroma that sets it apart from our other labels, such as narai kinmon or narai sankei. The distinct acidity and savory umami reflect the careful maturation process, resulting in a richly layered flavor profile. Each of the 390 bottles bears a unique bottle number, making it a rare treasure for true sake enthusiasts.
Rice variety and polishing ratios are undisclosed to encourage an unbiased tasting experience. Using the super-soft mountain water of Narai, it features a rich, aromatic taste with a smooth mouthfeel and delicate effervescence. This sake represents our exploration of unique and optimal expressions of narai.
Our brewery is nestled in the beautiful townscape of Narai-juku, a historic and well-preserved town in Nagano Prefecture. narai uses the fresh mountain water of nearby Kiso Valley, flowing from an altitude of over 1,000m. The water is characterized by its clarity and smooth, rounded texture brought about by a rare water hardness of less than 25. We hope you enjoy narai, a sake that expresses the beautiful nature of Nagano.
