Jun Tenzan [1 Koku - 6]

This tokubetsu junmai from Saga Prefecture is basically the non-genshu version of Tenzan's Jizake: Saga Saikai #134 milled to 60%, SMV +2, acidity 1.8, and 15% abv. It is also the brew I chose for an aging experiment. This, however, is not part of that experiment. Rich, full and soft on the entry, but all without being overtly so. Dry and assertive on the back end, this has great balance between sweet and sour, bitter and savoury. Like un-salted tears. With a deep chill, this is a bit austere, with the alcohol prominent, but it becomes fuller and thoroughly pleasant closer to room temperature. A very satisfying sake.