Mio Sparkling Sake 720ml

Takara's Shochikubai Shirakabegura Mio is made of only rice, koji and water, and it is one of the easiest introductions to sake there is. The character mio (澪) evokes the delicate foam emerging in a ship's wake, which suits a sparkling sake that represents a new wave of Japanese brewing.

It is sparkling and subtly sweet with crisp acidity. Lively aromas of grape and ripe pear rise out of the light effervescence, the palate gives gentle sweetness against refreshing acidity, and the clean, slightly puckering finish brings to mind sparkling white wine.

Best served chilled to around 10°C in a wine glass, though it can also be warmed to 40°C, where the extra body brings out acidity and expands the fragrance. It is an excellent match with lightly seasoned foods and sashimi. ABV: 5%. SMV: -70. Origin: Nada, Hyogo, Japan. A good bottle for brunch, celebrations and sake newcomers.