Gekkeikan Suzaku Junmai Ginjo (72cl, 15.5%)

Suzaku is a junmai ginjo sake from Gekkeikan, made with water, rice and yeast. Ginjo style means the rice is polished more than for regular junmai, and it is fermented slowly at a lower temperature, which gives fruity aromas and elegance. The name is that of a mythical phoenix-like bird said to be the noble guardian of the south. It is 15.5% in a 720ml bottle, with a sugar rate of 16 g/L. It can be served slightly chilled or at room temperature. The aroma is fine and fruity, with delicate notes of pear, honeydew and pineapple. The palate is remarkably smooth, with a creamy body, leading to a light fruity finish.