Ranman Junmai Funaoroshi Wins "Recommended Food Matching" Award at Australian Sake Awards

sJunmai Funaoroshi Triumphs at Australian Sake Awards

The Junmai Funaoroshi sake has won the "Recommended Food Matching" award in the Charcuterie Board category at the Australian Sake Awards. This category evaluates how well sake pairs with appetizers such as cheese and salami.

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The term "Charcuterie Board" refers to a selection of appetizers, including cheese and salami. Junmai Funaoroshi was recognized for its excellent compatibility with these types of foods, highlighting its versatility and quality in enhancing the dining experience.

About Junmai Funaoroshi

Junmai Funaoroshi is renowned for its fresh, smooth richness and vibrant acidity, which beautifully brings out the umami of the rice. This Junmai Nama Chozoshu is bottled immediately after brewing, with only one sterilization, preserving its fresh, aromatic profile. On opening, it offers a delightful fragrance reminiscent of fresh rice, with subtle hints of apple and peach.

The label design features a kite motif inspired by the traditional Japanese Hannya mask, reflecting the sake's deep cultural heritage.

The Legacy of Akita Meijyo

Founded in 1922, Akita Meijyo is a relatively new player in the sake industry. Uniquely established by a consortium of 88 investors from Akita’s leading sake producers and influential figures, the brewery was created to elevate Akita's sake to the Tokyo market. At that time, although Akita’s sake was gaining acclaim, local brewers struggled to meet the demand from Tokyo, with notable names like Ryozeki unable to fully capitalize on the opportunity. Today, Akita Meijyo, known for its Ranman label, is celebrated for its high-quality products and reasonable prices.

Savoring Junmai Funaoroshi

Junmai Funaoroshi is an excellent choice for those seeking a high-quality sake to toast with. Its balanced flavor profile makes it an ideal pairing with cheese and charcuterie, perfect for enhancing any culinary occasion.