Harukasumi Tokubetsu Junmai Kuri Label Kiiro Yamada Nishiki【春霞 特別純米 栗ラベル黄 山田錦】

The sake is fresh and vibrant, with the natural umami of Yamada Nishiki unfolding gracefully to create a light and fruit-forward drinking experience, bringing a new expression to the brand’s traditionally soft and composed character reminiscent of spring haze. Rather than displaying an intensely expressive ginjo aroma, the fragrance remains elegant and delicate, while well-balanced acidity naturally complements the flavors of food. As a result, even with its more modern and juicy character, the sake remains firmly rooted in Harukasumi’s philosophy of creating sake for the dining table. Best enjoyed slightly chilled and savored slowly, allowing the refreshing, succulent texture and the distinctive combination of Yamada Nishiki, Kumamoto yeast, and autumnal character to reveal their limited seasonal charm.

“Harukasumi Tokubetsu Junmai Kuri Label Kiiro Yamada Nishiki” is an autumn-limited release featuring the brewery’s distinctive chestnut label. The illustration of spiky chestnut burrs and fallen leaves, combined with its symbolic yellow color palette, evokes a strong sense of autumn. This sake is brewed using Kumamoto yeast and Yamada Nishiki, a combination once regarded as a classic golden pairing in sake brewing. While this combination might suggest a rich, substantial, and traditionally styled sake, the actual result is surprisingly juicy, fresh, and modern in character.

Product Name：Harukasumi Tokubetsu Junmai Kuri Label Kiiro Yamada Nishiki

Grade：Special Junmai

Polishing Rate：60%

Rice Type：Yamada Nishiki

Alcohol：16%Vol

Brewery Prefecture：Akita Goumeigaisha Kuribayashi Shuzoten