Blend Charme "ESSENCE 5 BY CHARTIER"

£57.00

This sake is made by blending three distinctive sakes:

  1. Junmai Daiginjo (2022): Voluptuous, floral, and bursting with fruit.

  2. Daiginjo (2022): Fresh and vibrant, offering remarkable longevity.

  3. Jukuseishu (1999): Aged for four years, with a small percentage added to bring complexity and nutty depth.

The result is a harmonious and complex sake crafted for wine lovers. This bottle could stay open for up to 2 months and has the potential to age in cellar until 2035.

For more info please visit us on Instagram @essence5_sake

TASTE… elegance, rich yellow fruit, touch of toffee

SERVE… like a white burgundy grand cru in a white burgundy wine glass

PERFECT FOR… dishes rich in sauce, such as chicken with mushroom sauce or scallops with shiitake dashi, as well as foie gras and young washed-rind cheeses

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This sake is made by blending three distinctive sakes:

  1. Junmai Daiginjo (2022): Voluptuous, floral, and bursting with fruit.

  2. Daiginjo (2022): Fresh and vibrant, offering remarkable longevity.

  3. Jukuseishu (1999): Aged for four years, with a small percentage added to bring complexity and nutty depth.

The result is a harmonious and complex sake crafted for wine lovers. This bottle could stay open for up to 2 months and has the potential to age in cellar until 2035.

For more info please visit us on Instagram @essence5_sake

TASTE… elegance, rich yellow fruit, touch of toffee

SERVE… like a white burgundy grand cru in a white burgundy wine glass

PERFECT FOR… dishes rich in sauce, such as chicken with mushroom sauce or scallops with shiitake dashi, as well as foie gras and young washed-rind cheeses

Shipping: Free shipping with orders over £100

  • ABV: 15.5%

    Volume: 500ml

    Brewery: Nagayama

    Origin: Sanyoonoda, Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan

    Grade: Blend of Daiginjo, Junmai Daiginjo, and Koshu

    Rice Polishing Ratio: 40%, 50%, & 60%

    Best Serving Temperature: 14°C

    Storage: Keep in a cool, dark and dry place

  • This sake’s harmonious balance of fruity sweetness, acidity, and richness makes it an ideal pairing for indulgent dishes.

    Chicken with Mushroom Sauce; Scallops with Shiitake Dashi; Foie Gras; Young Washed-Rind Cheeses

  • After sparking a small revolution in Japan since 2017 with his "New Art of Blending Sake Crafted for Wine Lovers," world-renowned sake master blender and aroma specialist François Chartier has unveiled his latest collaborative project: ESSENCE 5 BY CHARTIER.

    With ESSENCE 5, Chartier draws on 35 years of expertise in beverage tasting, production, and the art of blending to craft innovative sake blends for both sake and wine enthusiasts. The project also highlights selections from small Japanese craft breweries, showcasing their exceptional craftsmanship.

    One standout from the ESSENCE 5 collection is Blend Charme, created in collaboration with Nagayama Sake Brewery located in Yamagata Prefecture, Japan. This sake is a Yamadanishiki rice blend conveying the vision and uniqueness of Nagayama Shuzo sakes and Chartier’s magic touch: elegance, complexity, and impressive length.

  • Founded in 1887, Nagayama Brewery seamlessly blends tradition and modernity.

    The brewery’s ethos centres on crafting sake that inspires and brings joy to its consumers. Committed to supporting and revitalising the local community, Nagayama Brewery uses locally sourced ingredients from Yamaguchi Prefecture to create exquisite, terroir-driven sake.