Okayama Region

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OKAYAMA, THE LAND OF THE SUN:

The Okayama region enjoys the highest sunshine levels in Japan, earning it the nickname “Land of the Sun.” This exceptional climate allows it to cultivate a wide variety of flavorful fruits and vegetables.

THE LAND OF OMACHI RICE:

This sunny climate also allows for the cultivation of cereals, particularly rice, such as Asahi and Akebono, but also a variety native to the region: Omachi. Omachi is the oldest sake rice variety in Japan. It is difficult to cultivate, and its grains are challenging for brewers to work with, which is why its cultivation nearly died out after World War II, in favor of varieties obtained by crossbreeding with Omachi, such as the famous Yamada-nishiki. But in recent years, Omachi has experienced a real boom thanks to its exceptional flavor.

A UNIQUE AND RUSTIC TASTE:

The Omachi rice variety is known for imparting rustic, umami-rich flavors to sake. Yamadanishiki rice is said to offer a delicate and clean taste to sake, while Omachi is renowned for its denser, richer character, sometimes with herbaceous notes and a more pronounced bitterness, making these sakes ideal for pairing with dishes not only from Japanese cuisine but also from Western gastronomy.

A BREWING TRADITION:

In the Okayama region, there is a group of master sake brewers known as the “Bitchū Toji,” who rose to prominence in the early 1800s. They have long been renowned throughout Japan for their exceptional craftsmanship.
The name “Bitchū Toji” refers to the western part of Okayama Prefecture, where there is a high concentration of graduates of master brewers (known as “toji” in Japanese).
In recent years, sake brewing has involved other schools, and other brewing styles have been introduced to Okayama. However, the “light but delicious” style achieved through the Bitchū Toji brewing techniques remains well-represented in the prefecture.

DISCOVER OKAYAMA SAKE

In this video filmed at the famous Le Cordon Bleu Paris culinary training institute, discover all the possible pairings between French gastronomy and Okayama sake.

Travel and discover the gastronomy of Okayama with this video from Taste of Japan.

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Matsuuraichi Nankobai Umeshu Liqueur

36,00  TTC
An elegant and delightful umeshu! Sweet and tangy, it is highly floral on the palate, adding a touch of delicacy to its powerful taste. It can be enjoyed neat or in cocktails, such as a Kir.

Kimpa Tokubetsu Honjozo Sake

28,00  TTC
A dry and spicy profile! The nose is powerful, tangy, and warm, with notes of cereals, cocoa, and mushrooms. On the palate, the attack is fresh, followed by a velvety texture and great intensity. Rice, spices, and hazelnut notes emerge. The finish is clean. An approachable sake that will be enjoyed whether chilled, at room temperature, or warmed.

Saké Junmai Calm

32,10  TTC
A sake featuring a spicy, peppery texture and abundant Umami. Enjoy at room temperature.

Ume Yoibito Umeshu Liqueur

33,20  TTC
A deliciously fruity plum liqueur with subtle almond notes. Smooth and round, it is enhanced by a hint of acidity that provides a pleasant freshness and a light sensation. This umeshu is made from green plums macerated in barley shochu (a traditional Japanese spirit), distilled on-site by Munemasa Brewery. It will delight guests as an aperitif or with desserts!

Sake Junmai Ginjo Velvet

42,00  TTC
A mellow, highly botanical sake: It features a slight bitterness accompanied by peppery and fruity notes that add vibrancy. It is a refined and elegant product, perfectly complementing French culinary classics.

Sake Junmai Ginjo Sachihime Dear My Princess

38,00  TTC
A fresh, soft, and alluring nectar! On the nose, the aroma is intense, with notes of anise, cereal (bran), and licorice. On the palate, the attack is pleasantly mellow, retaining notes of anise, alongside a very fruity character. The finish is lightly peppery and mentholated. Pair with dishes or sip as an aperitif.

Junmai Kihin Sake

35,10  TTC
An indulgent and seductive sake, to be enjoyed chilled or at room temperature.

Nomirinko Liqueur

45,00  TTC
A highly complex, very expressive liqueur. The nose is intense, with notes of caramel, apricot, sweet soy sauce, and a hint of wood. The palate has a velvety texture, with an impressive aromatic breadth: prune, candied orange, baked apple, coffee, vanilla, date, cocoa. The finish is also remarkable. A rare beverage that will charm lovers of sweet wines and liqueurs.

Sake Junmai Ginjo Greeting

41,00  TTC
Sake characterized by its freshness and salinity. Enjoy chilled or at room temperature.

Junmai Bodaimoto Tôtôto Sake

45,00  TTC
A sake defined by its intensity and velvety umami. Best enjoyed chilled, at room temperature, or warmed.

Junmai Manrei Dry Sake

36,50  TTC
A dry, fresh, and mineral sake with notes of apple, melon, dried fruit, and cooked rice.

Sake Junmai Ginjo Munemasa

33,90  TTC
A particularly smooth Junmai Ginjo that develops powerful aromas. It is sweet and dense on the palate, with a distinct creaminess reminiscent of honey, while saline notes provide a pleasant freshness. Enjoyed chilled, this “Munemasa -15” will particularly delight novices seeking a rich yet easy-to-drink sake.