Akishika Shuzo - Yama

Classification: Junmai Muroka Nama Genshu Yamahai
Rice: Yamada Nishiki (Organic - grown by Akishika)
Yeast: #7
Alcohol: 17%
Polish rate: 70%

Taste:
Rich, complex and vibrant. Fresh on the palate with rich fruits and ricey character, layered with savoury depth and a mildy dry, bitter finish. 

The label depicts a drawing of yama (mountain in Japanese), named after the Yamahai process and Yamada Nishiki rice used in the sake. The rice are grown organically by the brewery themselves, polished to 70% to build a depth of flavour. Yeast strain #7 is used, producing rich fruit character with a fine acidic backbone, a savory depth and a long finish.