Wednesday, April 11, 2012

Hiokizakura : Junmai Goriki 80% polished

Hiokizakura is one of the best breweries for sake made with Goriki rice. I love this "Junmai Goriki 80% polished". The rice is organic Goriki rice from Uchida farm. The strong taste is like a full bodied wine, but it is mild and clear at the same time. At room temperature acidity is strong. When the sake is heated, the sweetness becomes stronger and balances with the acidity.

Today's sakana (food along with drinks) is prosciutto. I lived in Spain for 6 months last year, so I am a big fan of jamon now. The girl at the deli said this is Spanish prosciutto, so this must be jamon(!?). Anyway, prosciuto and this warm Goriki is a nice match.

Tonight's matching test result
O : Prosciutto
O : Salad (lettuce and rocket, no dressing)
O : Blue cheese (Castello blue)
X : Camembert cheese

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