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Drinking Old Wine
Many of our favorite wines have been old bottles. While the great majority of wines are made to be consumed within a couple of years of their production, the relatively few wines that are intended to age can offer absolutely magical tasting experiences. We are pleased to offer older wines for

Bordeaux for Christmas & A Happy New Year
Although it might not be completely reasonable to pair a wine region with a holiday, I think it is fair to say, that when consumers think Christmas, the wines of Bordeaux are almost always at the top of their lists. Today, we're offering a handful of our favorites; some new additions

The Fabulous Wines of Fabrice Gass at Champagne Alexandre Filaine
While there are a multitude of fascinating growers in Champagne (and quite a few characters), one of our absolute favorites is the singular Fabrice Gass from the tiny house Alexandre Filaine in Damery. aThoughtful and without pretense, Fabrice makes memorable wines in the manner Champagne was produc

"Shoot the Craie!" terroir is a sure shot with Aurelien Suenen
There's a great deal to admire in the Champagnes and ethic (terroir is everything) of Aurelien Suenen. His wines combine beautiful fruit with a frank minerality in a graceful way. This results from conscientious farming (Suenen has been in transition to organic certification since 2009) and deft wor

A Toast to a Hopeful New Year- Champagne for the Holidays
As we look back on what was an unprecedentedly turbulent year and look forward to the next, we raise a glass with hope in mind. Hope for our grower friends, hope for healthier lands, hope for more conscientous farming, hope for clement weather, and to be honest, hope for sensible tariffs when it com

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    Kokken Yamahai Junmai 720ml

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    Kokken  Yamahai Junmai 720ml
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    Made from 100% Miyamanishiki rice, this is a wonderful example of yamahai sake from Kokken, a renowned brewery from the south of Fukushima prefecture. While most sake is made by adding lactic acid to the moto (mash of rice and koji that is a "starter" for fermentation) the more time-consuming yamahai method allows ambient lactic acid bacteria to influence and  proliferate within the moto. While the population of lactic acid bacteria is building within the starter mash, it comes under the influence of other ambient yeasts and bacteria. Once commercial yeast is added and fermentation properly starts, those ambient yeasts and bacterias are quickly overtaken, but their influence remains in the finished sake, giving yamahai sake a distinctly savory, wild, and gamey character. An "old-school" way of making sake, yamahi is prized for its robust character and deep flavor. That being said, this example by Kokken is quite a delicate and easy-drinking yamahai, with a slight savory profile, a hint of fresh cut grass, nice citrus fruit on the palate, and a bit of a lactic quality. With good acidity and a slightly more robust mouthfeel, this is a wonderful food sake which will pair with a number of different dishes, but is also delicious on its own. Oskar Kostecki 

    At the first sip, you instantly can taste more of the creamy texture of this sake than most are used to. However, its creaminess plays very well with the slightly sweet, fruit-forward taste you get on the tip of your tongue. Its subtle aromatics hide the lingering fruit in your mouth from every sip. Easy drinking whether its fridge cold or with a slight chill, Kokken Yamahai Junmai works as both a great sake to sip on while you relax or one to share with a group of friends. Louis Jones


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    Tastings & Events

    Featured Articles

    Drinking Old Wine
    Many of our favorite wines have been old bottles. While the great majority of wines are made to be consumed within a couple of years of their production, the relatively few wines that are intended to age can offer absolutely magical tasting experiences. We are pleased to offer older wines for

    Bordeaux for Christmas & A Happy New Year
    Although it might not be completely reasonable to pair a wine region with a holiday, I think it is fair to say, that when consumers think Christmas, the wines of Bordeaux are almost always at the top of their lists. Today, we're offering a handful of our favorites; some new additions

    The Fabulous Wines of Fabrice Gass at Champagne Alexandre Filaine
    While there are a multitude of fascinating growers in Champagne (and quite a few characters), one of our absolute favorites is the singular Fabrice Gass from the tiny house Alexandre Filaine in Damery. aThoughtful and without pretense, Fabrice makes memorable wines in the manner Champagne was produc

    "Shoot the Craie!" terroir is a sure shot with Aurelien Suenen
    There's a great deal to admire in the Champagnes and ethic (terroir is everything) of Aurelien Suenen. His wines combine beautiful fruit with a frank minerality in a graceful way. This results from conscientious farming (Suenen has been in transition to organic certification since 2009) and deft wor

    A Toast to a Hopeful New Year- Champagne for the Holidays
    As we look back on what was an unprecedentedly turbulent year and look forward to the next, we raise a glass with hope in mind. Hope for our grower friends, hope for healthier lands, hope for more conscientous farming, hope for clement weather, and to be honest, hope for sensible tariffs when it com