Starting May 2024, 24, the Japanese sake brand “SAKE HUNDRED” will begin selling “Raihi,” a vintage sake that has been aged for 14 years at an ice temperature of -5℃. Released in limited quantities.

In recent years, aged sake has been attracting attention around the world, and the unique aging process produces a wide variety of aromas and flavors. ``Rehi'' has a highly perfected taste that can be said to be the fruit of many years of research and passion by Norikichi Nagai, the 6th generation owner of Nagai Sake Brewery, who continued to explore the possibilities of aging.

Generally, wine is aged at a temperature of 12 to 15 degrees Celsius, but "Reibi" is aged at a temperature of -5 degrees Celsius. When Japanese sake is aged, a process known as the Maillard reaction normally occurs during its transformation, producing a mellow aroma similar to the aroma of soy sauce. By aging in this environment, all molecular activity is subdued, so the speed of aging is extremely slow, and the production of aromatic components is extremely suppressed, allowing the wine to age while maintaining its freshness and brilliance.

This can be seen from the color of the liquid surface, and ``Reibi'' is also characterized by its pale lemon yellow color, which is reminiscent of watercolor. The aroma is concentrated fruit flavors such as ripe apples and dried raisins, with a floral aroma reminiscent of elderflowers.When you swirl the glass to incorporate air, you get a hint of vanilla and butter reminiscent of bourbon, sweet and bewitching. A rich aroma wafts through the air.

The texture is soft and smooth. When you put it in your mouth, it has a rich sweetness and a pleasant sourness, followed by a medium volume of alcohol. Towards the finish, the slightly bitter mineral notes give a long aftertaste, creating a deep and elegant impression.

The luxurious taste created through the technology we have cultivated and further research makes this a blissful cup to enjoy as a gift for a loved one or on a special occasion.

A video about the story, taste, and how to enjoy the pairing of ``Reihi'' is being distributed on the official SNS.

◆Raihi

[Manufacturer] Nagai Sake Brewery (Gunma)
[Sales start] May 2024, 5 (Friday)
[Contents] 500ml
[Price] 165,000 yen (tax included, shipping not included)
[Purchase method] A special product that can only be purchased by those who pre-register from the product page URL.