{"title":"Namazake Paul Imports","description":"\u003cp\u003eNamazake Paul is an American Sake enthusiast and importer of unique, flavorful sake from across Japan.  Most are \u003cem\u003eNama \u003c\/em\u003eor unpasturized which lends a brash freshness and intensity to the sake he imports.  \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"iwanoi-fishing-vessel-yamahai-junmai-ginjo-sake-nv-720ml","title":"Iwanoi Fishing Vessel Yamahai Junmai Ginjo Sake - NV (720ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.kobrandwineandspirits.com\/product\/shichi_hon_yari_sake_junmai_the_seven_spearsmen\/\"\u003eImporter's Notes:\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eABOUT\u003cbr\u003eThis Yamahai uses a lactic fermentation to create extra complexity. Look for savory notes of nuts, leather and game. The Nakagumi is the exact heart of a sake batch. Both first drippings and last pressings go elsewhere as only the best goes into this bottle. You’ll be entranced by the salty dryness balanced by sweet vanilla nama richness and a lingering fresh umami finish. Brewed with the oldest Kyokai yeast in use today; #6 was isolated at Aramasa in Akita.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSERVING\u003cbr\u003eServe slightly cool, room temp or warm, it’s up to you. Try with fatty fish both raw, cured or cooked. Oysters. Perhaps a tin of sardines tonight?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBREWERY\u003cbr\u003eFounded in 1723, Iwase has some of the hardest brewing water in Japan at 240ppm! Proximity to the beach means the water is high in calcium and magnesium allowing them to employ both Yamahai and Ginjo techniques in the same batch, then age them indefinitely! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeimaibuai 55% | Rice Yamadanishiki | SMV +4 | Alcohol 17% | Acidity 2.2%\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Terra Sancta","offers":[{"title":"720ml","offer_id":45671966146723,"sku":"IwanoiFishingVessel","price":44.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0613\/4104\/0803\/files\/iwanoi_fishing_vessel.webp?v=1741441914"},{"product_id":"eikun-murasaki-purple-junmai-ginjo-sake-nv-720ml","title":"Eikun Murasaki \"Purple\" Junmai Ginjo Sake - NV (720ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"catch rich_font_type3\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe main reason for opening a sake brewery in this area is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe famous spring water \"Sakuranozawa\" that springs up in the mountains.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.kobrandwineandspirits.com\/product\/shichi_hon_yari_sake_junmai_the_seven_spearsmen\/\"\u003eImporter's Notes:\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eABOUT\u003cbr\u003eThe Murasaki (Purple) label starts with incredibly soft water - basically snow melt from Mt. Fuji lacking any minerals at all. They actually have to use a special Shizuoka yeast 5MT14 for this low mineral environment. The yeast produces pretty grape aromas. The palate is so soft you can taste the water. There’s just a hint of depth from the Okayama grown rice then quite late we notice the elevated acidity which invites intrigue and makes pairings easy. Single pasteurized so best to store cold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSERVING\u003cbr\u003eChilled or cool in a white wine stem as an aperitif, but better yet with shrimp tempura or clam pasta.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBREWERY\u003cbr\u003eEikun’s sake are soft and elegant, based on the local water. Founded in 1881 by Shosaku Mochizuki on the principle of \"quality first”. He searched for excellent sake rice from all overthe country. Today they carry on this spirit working to save labor, streamline equipment and improve consistency through technology while maintaining the handcrafting of steamed rice, shubo and koji, which determine quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeimaibuai 55% | Rice Yamada Nishiki (Okayama grown) | SMV +1 | Alcohol 15% | Acidity 2.2%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Terra Sancta","offers":[{"title":"720ml","offer_id":45671969947811,"sku":"EikunMursasakiJG","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0613\/4104\/0803\/files\/Eikun.jpg?v=1741442547"},{"product_id":"kanto-no-hana-prosperity-junmai-daiginjo-sake-nv-720ml","title":"Kanto no Hana Prosperity Junmai Daiginjo Sake - NV (720ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/file.notion.so\/f\/f\/8e449d66-c839-4446-9bde-5c50edc0c41b\/d6f84c4b-8200-4a6b-af4e-346d555abe1d\/Kanto_no_Hana_Prosperity_Junmai_Daiginjo_Tech_Sheet.pdf?table=block\u0026amp;amp;id=1803e14d-0f69-8015-853b-d42344794c5d\u0026amp;amp;spaceId=8e449d66-c839-4446-9bde-5c50edc0c41b\u0026amp;amp;expirationTimestamp=1741471200000\u0026amp;amp;signature=Ng9urGWyUweTTSMKKq18Tp9FKuEnqC6LF7pct3EZtcg\u0026amp;amp;downloadName=Kanto+no+Hana+Prosperity+Junmai+Daiginjo+Tech+Sheet.pdf\"\u003eImporter's Notes:\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eABOUT\u003cbr\u003eMost Junmai Daiginjo tastes pretty similar because they use the same rice grown in the same region. Instead, Hijiri uses only the best table rice for the Kanto no Hana brand. Yup, they use a prized eating rice grown just a mile away called Hitomebore. The rice used for the koji is polished to just 35% remaining – the most of any table rice! There’s lots of umami and complexity left though to support a highly aromatic competition style yeast. Put it all together and the Prosperity punches way above its price.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSERVING\u003cbr\u003eChilled or cool in a white wine stem. Just fine on it’s own or with salads, white fish, sushi.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBREWERY\u003cbr\u003eFounded in 1841, Hijiri uses local spring water and only contract grown rice. The Kanto no Hana brand is a reference to the beautiful Maebashi Castle, given by the Shogun to the warriors of Gunma. Uniquely, all the Kanta no Hana sake start with 35% polished Hitomebore table rice then use varying polish rates and yeasts to achieve different styles. 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There’s some Ginjo fruit plus a rich caramel leaping from the glass due to the Honjozo (brewer’s alcohol) used to extract extra aroma and texture. Late on the finish, look for cocoa powder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSERVING\u003cbr\u003eEnjoy as an aperitif with creamy cow’s milk cheeses, pastas like Carbonara and Primavera, foie gras or pizza. Serve at any temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBREWERY\u003cbr\u003eTakeda Shuzo is located in the coastal fishing village of Joetsu. Seizaemon Takeda started brewing in Kamiko Funatsu, a small fishing boat moorage, at the end of theEdo Period (1866). In 1990 Shigenori Takeda was appointed the current director and he is now joined by his son Haruki (10th gen). Only four other brewery workers and they grew the rice! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeimaibuai 60% | Rice Koshikagura, Koshiibuki | SMV -4 | Alcohol 18% | Acidity 1.5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Terra Sancta","offers":[{"title":"720ml","offer_id":45671982268579,"sku":"TakedaBlackSkull","price":42.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0613\/4104\/0803\/files\/Takeda_Black_Skull_Tokubetsu_Honjozo.webp?v=1741443582"},{"product_id":"afuri-ringo-san-28-junmai-ginjo-muroka-nama-genshu-sake-nv-720ml","title":"Afuri Ringo-san #28 Junmai Ginjo Muroka Nama Genshu Sake - NV (720ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/file.notion.so\/f\/f\/8e449d66-c839-4446-9bde-5c50edc0c41b\/7217cbbc-f69e-403f-89b3-ae69e69e5208\/Afuri_Ringo-San_Junmai_Ginjo.pdf?table=block\u0026amp;amp;id=1803e14d-0f69-8053-bfe0-d931c6399880\u0026amp;amp;spaceId=8e449d66-c839-4446-9bde-5c50edc0c41b\u0026amp;amp;expirationTimestamp=1741471200000\u0026amp;amp;signature=V_A2GqMajTVecz5Nk8pKt4EHsDQQa_Hj04L9ljJ5he8\u0026amp;amp;downloadName=Afuri+Ringo-San+Junmai+Ginjo.pdf\"\u003eImporter's Notes:\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eABOUT\u003cbr\u003eThe enticing herbal nose combines sweet fennel and dry minerals. We also smell musk melon and Macadamia nut. The high acidity makes the palate feel dry and crisp, suggesting Korean pear. Made with top grade Hyogo grown Yamadanishiki and new yeast no.28.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSERVING\u003cbr\u003eServe chilled in a white wine glass as an aperitif, as a highball or pair with cheddar, haggis, spinach salad. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBREWERY\u003cbr\u003eThe Afuri series from Kikkawa Jozo is brewed with water from a rain-fed spring at the foot of Mount Afuri in Kanagawa. It is naturally harder than typical sake brewing water at 150ppm in equal parts Calcium and Magnesium. These nutrients allow for extremely low temperature fermentation to develop extra complexity. Founded in 1912, Kikkawa once made rich and dry sake. The 7th generation chief brewer Masanori Mizuno took over in 2012 changing focus to a complex, robust and aromatic style balanced by ancient acid production techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeimaibuai 60% | Rice Yamadanishiki (Hyogo) | SMV -15 | Alcohol 14% | Acidity 3.0% | Yeast 28 (Apple-like)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Terra Sancta","offers":[{"title":"720ml","offer_id":45671982792867,"sku":"AfuriRingo","price":54.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0613\/4104\/0803\/files\/Afuri28.webp?v=1741444288"},{"product_id":"koshino-sesshu-snow-boat-honjozo-nigori-sake-nv-300ml","title":"Koshino Sesshu Snow Boat Honjozo Nigori Sake - NV (300ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/file.notion.so\/f\/f\/8e449d66-c839-4446-9bde-5c50edc0c41b\/7217cbbc-f69e-403f-89b3-ae69e69e5208\/Afuri_Ringo-San_Junmai_Ginjo.pdf?table=block\u0026amp;amp;id=1803e14d-0f69-8053-bfe0-d931c6399880\u0026amp;amp;spaceId=8e449d66-c839-4446-9bde-5c50edc0c41b\u0026amp;amp;expirationTimestamp=1741471200000\u0026amp;amp;signature=V_A2GqMajTVecz5Nk8pKt4EHsDQQa_Hj04L9ljJ5he8\u0026amp;amp;downloadName=Afuri+Ringo-San+Junmai+Ginjo.pdf\"\u003eImporter's Notes:\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eABOUT\u003cbr\u003eCreated for the Nigori lover, you’ll be treated to a luxurious, creamy texture. The coconut richness is balanced by crisp apple. On the finish, there’s a just a hint of umami from the local rice. Pair with a wide range of cooked dishes and cuisines, especially non-Japanese.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSERVING\u003cbr\u003eBest served in pottery, well chilled to slightly cool. After opening, will keep for months refrigerated.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBREWERY\u003cbr\u003eTakeda Shuzo is located in the coastal fishing village of Joetsu. Seizaemon Takeda started brewing in Kamiko Funatsu, a small fishing boat moorage, at the end of the Edo Period (1866). In 1990 Shigenori Takeda was appointed the current director and he is now joined by his son Haruki (10th gen). Only four other brewery workers and they grew the rice! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeimaibuai 70% | Koji Rice Koshi Tanrei Sake Rice Koshiibuki | SMV -15 | Alcohol 16% | Acidity 1.5%\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Terra Sancta","offers":[{"title":"300ml","offer_id":45672032108707,"sku":"KoshinoNigori","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0613\/4104\/0803\/files\/KoshinoNigori.webp?v=1741444754"},{"product_id":"mana-1751-true-vision-yamahai-tokubetsu-junmai-muroka-genshu-sake-nv-720ml","title":"Mana 1751 'True Vision' Yamahai Tokubetsu Junmai Muroka Genshu Sake - NV (720ml)","description":"","brand":"Evans cellar","offers":[{"title":"720ml","offer_id":46464383189155,"sku":"100099","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0613\/4104\/0803\/files\/WineImage_68fb1dac-c146-448e-92ad-73223d7dbac0.jpg?v=1761695242"},{"product_id":"takeda-red-skull-junmai-muroka-nama-genshu-sake-nv-300ml","title":"Takeda Red Skull Junmai Muroka Nama Genshu Sake - NV (300m)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/namazakepaulimports.com\/product\/takeda-junmai-nama-genshu\/\"\u003eImporter's Notes:\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eABOUT: Pop this and you’re treated to juicy watermelon aromas. It smells like a Ginjo but then the flavors have more umami and richness like a Junmai. It’s big and bold though too, complex and evolving. From cantaloupe, to brittle. Made from rice grown just 20 minutes away from the brewery. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSERVING: Enjoy as an aperitif with creamy cow’s milk cheeses, pastas like Carbonara and Primavera, yakitori, pizza, red meat dishes like burgers. Serve at any temperature. Colder will taste more fruity, warmer will show more savory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBREWERY: Takeda Shuzo is located in the coastal fishing village of Joetsu. Seizaemon Takeda started brewing in Kamiko Funatsu, a small fishing boat moorage, at the end of theEdo Period (1866). In 1990 Shigenori Takeda was appointed the current director and he is now joined by his son Haruki (10th gen). Only four other brewery workers and they grew the rice! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeimaibuai 70% | Rice Koshitanrei, Koshiibuki | SMV -4 | Alcohol 17% | Acidity 1.8% | Amino 1.5 | Yeast S-3\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Terra Sancta","offers":[{"title":"300ml","offer_id":47508527743139,"sku":"TakedaRedJunmaiMNG","price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0613\/4104\/0803\/files\/TakedaRedSkull.png?v=1774476524"},{"product_id":"imanishiki-tadpole-tokubetsu-junmai-nama-genshu-nv-720ml","title":"Imanishiki “Tadpole” Tokubetsu Junmai Nama Genshu - NV (720ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/namazakepaulimports.com\/product\/tadpole\/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImporter's Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis Tokubetsu, or special grade sake, has a round fruity aroma, noticeable umami and good supporting acidity. \u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMade with Miyama Nishiki grown locally in Nakagawa Village located between the central and southern alps of Japan. 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The nose is bright and herbal, the palate robust, savory, transiting to lengthy and dry. The whopping 1.7 amino presents as sweet umami.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe brewery strives for lighthearted, easy drinking sake which is still robust enough for preserved mountain foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeimaibuai 60% | Rice \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eYamada Nishiki\u003c\/span\u003e | SMV+3 | Alcohol 16% | Acidity 2.2% | Amino 1.7 | Yeast Kyokai 7\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Terra Sancta","offers":[{"title":"720ml","offer_id":47523801039011,"sku":"Sanshoroku3Laughs","price":44.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0613\/4104\/0803\/files\/Sanshoroku3Laughs.png?v=1775081602"},{"product_id":"sanshoroku-gokayama-yamahai-junmai-daiginjo-genshu-sake-nv-720ml","title":"Sanshoroku 'Gokayama' Yamahai Junmai Daiginjo Genshu Sake - NV (720ml)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/presentation\/d\/1bz3UogGS8iH9oMLzbN5HGYrAGckE1uuGflVpkfGEKxw\/edit?slide=id.g22c3e824fa8_0_2#slide=id.g22c3e824fa8_0_2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImporter's Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/namazakepaulimports.com\/product\/tadpole\/\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe conniosseur's Junmai Daiginjo. 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