{"product_id":"manzairaku-kaga-umeshu-5-ans-dage","title":"Manzairaku Kaga Umeshu, aged 5 years - 720ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Benisashi Ume variety, used in the production of Kaga Umeshu, is a particularly rare and sought-after variety of ume. Although often referred to as the \"Japanese plum\", ume is in fact, from a botanical standpoint, closer to the apricot.\u003cbr\u003eGrown exclusively in the Kanazawa region (Ishikawa Prefecture) and in the neighbouring prefecture of Fukui, the Benisashi Ume takes its name from its intense, brilliant red colour: \"beni\" means red and \"sashi\" means lustre or brilliance. Naturally richer in amino acids than other ume varieties, it develops softer aromas, a particularly mellow texture and a deep umami richness.\u003cbr\u003eAlso used in the production of premium umeboshi, this variety is known to be difficult to cultivate. Its production is limited, notably because the branches bear fruit only once every three years. This rarity, combined with its exceptional flavour qualities, makes the Benisashi Ume one of the most prestigious varieties in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the tasting side, for this umeshu aged for 5 long years, we discover a drink with a honeyed, amber colour. The aromas are very complex and intense, a bouquet centred around notes of fresh walnuts, candied apricot, dried fruits, an oxidative quality, delicate notes of very ripe mirabelle plums, and subtle peaty accents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the palate, you will appreciate a subtle, very pleasant acidity, sweet flavours of caramelised fruit. The candied apricot is confirmed, with light woody notes, delicate and very elegant bitterness, and a pleasant acidity full of freshness. In short, a well-balanced structure.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MANZAIRAKU","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54111413567821,"sku":"NISKBS13","price":51.67,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/6438\/8941\/files\/KBS13-z2-s.webp?v=1782198354","url":"https:\/\/www.nishikidori.com\/en\/products\/manzairaku-kaga-umeshu-5-years-old","provider":"Nishikidori","version":"1.0","type":"link"}