A brewery with a lot of influence from the wine industry, Senkin Shuzo has a specific modern twist on old school brewing practices. All sake in their “Classic” line are brewed with the traditional methods, but theycarrywine-like characteristics like high acidity and fruity aroma. Using the same concept as Domaine in wine, Senkin’s rice is grown with the same water used to brew sake — the brewers (11th generationbrothersKazuki Usui (Brewer) and Masato Usui (Toji) value terroir as natural winemakers do.

Senkin “Immortal Wing” Classic Muku Junmai Daiginjo

Kimoto Junmai Daiginjo Muroka Genshu / Senkin Shuzo,Tochigi

The experience:Drink this out of wine glass, taste it like wine — maybe even pair it with a whole grilled fish with lemon and herbs.

Process:KimotoABV: 16%

Ingredients:50% estate yamadanishiki rice, tochigi yeast

Storage:keep in a cool, dark place