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BORN · Kato Kichibee Shoten · Fukui · est. 1860

BORN Chogin

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Five years below freezing bring depth and clarity to BORN Chogin.

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Junmai-DaiginjoBacchus Global cold-chain mark
RiceYamada Nishiki
Polish20%
ABV16%
Volume720 ml
MethodFive-year ice-temperature maturation
RegionFukui (Sabae)
The sake

Polished to 20%, matured for five years

Yamada Nishiki from Hyogo’s Special A district is polished to 20%. After pressing, the sake is matured at about −10 °C for roughly five years, developing depth while retaining BORN’s clean profile.

Taste profile

Ripe fruit and honey, into a clear finish

Sensory profile

Aromas of ripe melon, pear, pineapple and papaya are layered with floral and nutty nuances.

A honeyed, caramel-like roundness carries a gentle umami — rich and smooth in texture — before resolving to a crisp, clear finish.

Typical range: 4–15 °C.

The brewery

Sabae, Fukui — since 1860

Kato Kichibee Shoten was established in Sabae, Fukui, in 1860. The brewery has produced junmai styles exclusively since 2003 and matures its sake below 0 °C before release. BORN’s identity is built around rice, water, time and a clean, layered house style.

Official brewery website

Awards

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93 pointsRobert Parker Wine Advocate — August 2018

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Question 1

Which rice is used?

  1. Yamada Nishiki
  2. Hyogo Kita Nishiki
  3. Ginginga
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Correct answer: A — Yamada Nishiki

Answer: Yamada Nishiki. The linked section gives the source detail.

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Question 2

What is the rice polishing ratio?

  1. 50%
  2. 20%
  3. 70%
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Correct answer: B — 20%

Answer: 20%. The linked section gives the source detail.

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Question 3

How is the sake matured?

  1. About a month at room temperature
  2. A few days with heat
  3. About five years near −10°C
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Correct answer: C — About five years near −10°C

Answer: About five years near −10°C. The linked section gives the source detail.

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Culinary affinity

From seafood to cheese

The roundness from maturation and a clean finish show a natural affinity with sushi, sashimi and seafood dishes. Cheese, and dishes built around fish or meat, are natural matches as well.

  • Sushi and sashimi
  • White fish and seafood dishes
  • Shellfish dishes
  • Cheese

Pairing guide — Sake

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