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Koten Kanzukuri Bessen

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Description

Koten Kanzukuri Bessen is a special winter-brewed sake from Kouten Shuzo in Nagano Prefecture. Kanzukuri refers to the traditional cold-season brewing method practiced during the coldest months, which promotes clean fermentation and a refined flavor profile. The bessen designation marks this as a specially selected bottling within the kanzukuri lineup.

Specifications
CategoryOther
RegionNagano
BrandKoten
RiceMiyama Nishiki
Polish Ratio59%
Flavor Profile
Sweet
Dry
Light
Full
Crisp
Rich
Low Acid
High Acid
Smooth
Complex

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Kouten Shuzo Co.,Ltd.

Nagano
In 1945, it won the first <honorary prize> in Nagano Prefecture at the national sake goods ratings, and the voice price of Shinshu Sake was high, and Shinshu built a base that Shinshu was recognized nationwide as a famous brewery.
Est.1871
BrandKouten
Address2-2-17 Ginza Okaya Nagano
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