Koshi no Hatsuhana Junmai Ginjo

First flowers of Koshi, from Niigata. SMV +3, semaibuai 55%, 15% abv.

Pale ginger colour. Restrained nose of yubari melon, touch of watermelon (just the watery aspect) of it, and a hint of herbalness. On the palate, a refreshing, watery sensation, not very fruity, cucumber, long after taste of bitters. Clean. As it warms to room temperature, a bit of sweetness comes on, but the dry herbal finish remains. R. likes this. An auspicious start.