Yukiguma Sake: French Winemaking Meets Japanese Brewing
Winemaker Nathalie Perrodo has introduced Yukiguma, a new sake that fuses Burgundy winemaking techniques with traditional Japanese brewing. Crafted in small batches of 5,000 bottles each year at Daimon Brewery in Osaka Province, Japan, this sake reflects Perrodo's French-Asian roots. She partnered with master brewer Yasutaka Daimon to blend heritage with modern innovation. Named 'snow bear,' Yukiguma is made from 100% Yamada Nishiki rice sourced from Hyōgo and pure spring water from the Ikoma Mountains, which constitutes 80% of its profile. Its flavor notes include persimmon, mangosteen, and lychee, complementing the cuisines of Osaka, Kyoto, and Nara. Priced at £120 on marlo.wine.com, it seeks to bridge cultures and create unforgettable moments.
Key facts
- Yukiguma is a new sake that merges French winemaking with Japanese brewing traditions.
- Founded by winemaker Nathalie Perrodo.
- Brewed at Daimon Brewery, established in 1826, at the foot of Mount Ikoma in Osaka Province.
- Small batch production of only 5,000 bottles per year.
- Master brewer Yasutaka Daimon oversees the operation.
- Made with 100% Yamada Nishiki rice from Hyōgo and pure spring water from the Ikoma Mountains.
- Water constitutes about 80% of the sake's body and has a neutral profile.
- Yukiguma is available for purchase for £120 at marlo.wine.com.
- Signature cocktail: Yuki Blossom, made with Yukiguma, Suntory Toki Whisky, peach liqueur, Muyu Jasmine Verte, and Green Tea & Honey Mix.
Entities
Artists
- Nathalie Perrodo
- Yasutaka Daimon
Institutions
- Daimon Brewery
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Locations
- Mount Ikoma
- Osaka Province
- Japan
- Hyōgo
- Kansai region
- Osaka
- Kyoto
- Nara