{"product_id":"iwa-5-junmai-daiginjo-sake-720ml","title":"IWA 5 Junmai Daiginjo Sake 720ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eIWA 5 is a blended junmai daiginjo sake from Shiraiwa Kura in Toyama, Japan, created by Richard Geoffroy, the former chef de cave of Dom Pérignon, and bottled at 15% ABV.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLike a prestige Champagne, it is an assemblage: Geoffroy blends sakes made from different rice varieties, yeasts and techniques into one harmonious whole.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach release is numbered as an assemblage, and the blend evolves from one edition to the next.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt shows aromas of melon and pear with white flowers and a hint of violet, faint marzipan and a touch of woodsmoke, and a palate that is rich yet light.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe sleek black bottle carries the IWA name in calligraphy and the number 5, a nod to the five elements of the blend. At 15% it sits at the lighter end for sake, making it a graceful partner at the dinner table and an elegant gift for wine lovers curious about sake.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Melon and pear with white flowers and violet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich yet light, with faint marzipan and a touch of woodsmoke.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean, balanced and long.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shiraiwa Kura, Toyama, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCreator:\u003c\/strong\u003e Richard Geoffroy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Junmai daiginjo sake, blended assemblage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 720ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Enjoy It\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eServe IWA 5 lightly chilled, around 10 to 12°C, in a white-wine glass rather than a small sake cup so its aromas can open. It is superb with sushi, sashimi, tempura, grilled fish, roast chicken and soft cheeses. Keep the bottle refrigerated after opening and enjoy it within a few days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho makes IWA 5?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRichard Geoffroy, former chef de cave of Dom Pérignon, at Shiraiwa Kura in Toyama, Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does assemblage mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA blend of several sakes made with different rice, yeasts and techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should I serve it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLightly chilled in a white-wine glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore more in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/liqueur-more\"\u003eLiqueur \u0026amp; More collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"IWA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68083763052853,"sku":"VWS200434803","price":193.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/7367\/8901\/files\/noir-gold-main-34764.webp?v=1794004492","url":"https:\/\/hiddencasks.com\/products\/iwa-5-junmai-daiginjo-sake-720ml","provider":"Hidden Casks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}