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Tenju Junmai Ginjo 1997: A Triumph at Kura Master 2025

Sake Matured Co., Ltd., based in Chiyoda, Tokyo, has made headlines with its original aged sake, Tenju Junmai Ginjo 1997. At the Kura Master 2025, a renowned sake competition held in Paris, this exceptional sake clinched both the Judges' Award and the Platinum Award in the Aged Sake category. The prestigious Judges' Award is especially noteworthy, as it is given to the most highly-rated sake in each category. The sake, originally dubbed Tenju Junmai Ginjo Heisei 9, is now marketed as Tenju Junmai Ginjo 1997.

Understanding Kura Master

Founded in 2017, Kura Master is a premier sake competition in Europe, judged by local professionals including sommeliers and chefs. The competition is recognized for its rigorous evaluation criteria, which encompass the balance of flavors, the synergy with food, and overall craftsmanship. This platform seeks to amplify the value of sake in the global market. Details about the awarded sakes can be accessed at Kura Master.

About the Award-Winning Sake

The highlighted Tenju Junmai Ginjo 1997 is a high-quality sake that delights at near room temperature, similar to fine white wine. It features a sharp palate balanced with sweetness, umami, acidity, and a touch of bitterness, leaving a lasting finish. As the temperature changes while drinking, so does the flavor, allowing it to pair well with a variety of dishes. Among many vintages produced by Tenju Shuzō, the year 1997 stands out for its unique and exquisite taste.

In collaboration with the brewery, Sake Matured has exclusively selected this particular vintage for their original offering.

Product Details

• - Name: Tenju Junmai Ginjo 1997 (Sake Matured Original)
• - Brewer: Tenju Shuzō Co., Ltd.
• - Alcohol Content: 17%
• - Volume: 720ml
• - Price: 33,000 JPY (tax included, excluding shipping)
• - Vintage: 1997
• - Aging Duration: 28 years
• - Type: Junmai Ginjo
• - Polishing Ratio: 53%
• - Yeast Used: Association No. 9
• - Ingredients: Rice (domestic), Rice Koji (domestic)
• - Rice Varietal: Yamada Nishiki
• - Rice Cultivation Area: Hyogo Prefecture

Similar to fine wines, this sake can be purchased on Sake Matured's website.

This award serves as a symbol of how the cultural value of aged sake transcends borders, garnering international acclaim. Moving forward, Sake Matured Co., Ltd. is committed to promoting the diversity and potential of Japanese sake, showcasing its allure both domestically and abroad.

We sincerely appreciate your continued support.

About Sake Matured Co., Ltd.

• - Company Name: Sake Matured Co., Ltd.
• - Location: 7-16 Sanbangcho, Chiyoda, Tokyo, Japan
• - Representative: Chairman Naohisa Mita
• - Website: Sake Matured
• - Social Media: Facebook, Instagram
• - Operating Hours:

- Shop: 14:00 – 20:00
- Bar: 15:00 – 21:00
- Closed on Sundays and Mondays