Dassai 23 Junmai Daiginjo Sake 720ml

Dassai 23 Junmai Daiginjo Sake represents the pinnacle of Japanese craftsmanship — a masterpiece of precision, purity and grace. Polished to just 23% of the original grain, this iconic sake reveals exceptional refinement, silken texture and ethereal balance. A luxurious expression of modern sake artistry, perfect for gifting or serene indulgence.

Tasting Notes & Experience

Pale and translucent in the glass, this sake offers aromas of honeysuckle, white strawberry and watermelon rind with hints of cream and nougat. The palate is seamless and elegant, unfolding green melon, panna cotta and vanilla with a whisper of sweetness. Impeccably balanced, it glides to a clean, crystalline finish of poise and length.

Key Details

• Sake Brewery: Asahi Shuzo
• Grade: Junmai Daiginjo
• Region: Yamaguchi, Japan
• Rice Variety: Yamada-Nishiki
• Rice Polishing Ratio: 23%
• Alcohol: 16%
• Volume: 720 ml
• Other: Gluten-free; Vegan-friendly; Kosher certified

Craftsmanship & Story

Asahi Shuzo, founded in 1948 in Yamaguchi Prefecture, is revered for redefining sake through innovation and purity. Using pristine mountain water and premium Yamada-Nishiki rice polished to 23%, Dassai 23 is brewed year-round under exacting temperature control. The result is an ultra-refined Junmai Daiginjo of exquisite clarity — where tradition meets cutting-edge precision.

Special Features

Each batch undergoes a seven-day polishing process, removing 77% of the rice grain to achieve extraordinary smoothness. Dassai pioneered centrifuge extraction for ultimate delicacy, ensuring no harsh press flavours. The sake’s purity and texture rival a Grand Cru white wine, embodying balance, innovation and quiet perfection.

Recognition & Accolades

Celebrated worldwide for its purity and artistry, Dassai 23 has achieved top international acclaim.

• Gold – International Wine Challenge (2019 – 2021)
• Gold Medal – Kura Master (French Sake Contest) (2018, 2019, 2024)
• Gold – Los Angeles International Wine Competition (2014, 2015)
• Gold – U.S. National Sake Appraisal, Junmai Division (2019, 2020)
• Silver – TEXSOM International Wine Awards (2015)
• "People’s Choice" – Australian Sake Awards (2022)
• 94 Points – Anthony Rose, Decanter
• 93 Points – Liwen Hao, Wine Advocate

Such accolades confirm its reputation as one of Japan’s most luxurious and refined Junmai Daiginjo sakes.

Food Pairings

Serve Dassai 23 chilled with delicate dishes that highlight its purity — think fresh sashimi, steamed shellfish or red snapper crudo. Its subtle sweetness and silky texture elevate creamy cheeses, truffle risotto or light melon salads. Every sip cleanses the palate, leaving a lingering impression of quiet refinement and balance.

Perfect for Gifting or Sipping

Elegant and contemplative, Dassai 23 Junmai Daiginjo is the connoisseur’s sake — an expression of Japanese artistry, serenity and prestige. A flawless choice for celebrations, gourmet experiences or refined gifting.

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