Jozen 'Indigo' Junmai Daiginjo, Uonuma, Niigata, Japan [300ml]Crafted in the snowy mountain town of Echigo Yuzawa, Shirataki Shuzo has been producing sake since 1855, now under the leadership of seventh generation toji Takaki Matsumoto. The brewery is renowned for its precision, balance, and use of pristine snowmelt water filtered through natural coal seamsa hallmark of the Uonuma region. Jozen represents their signature style: clean, modern, and expressive, with a focus on elegance and terroir. BREWER: Takaki

Pair it with our a sparkling Pinot Noir

• Neal Martin (Vinous) – 91–93 points

He and Birgitta planted their first vines in 1981 (Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay)

a portion new

A maritime vineyard site sitting on well-draining

and oysters—its bright acidity and saline character are ideal with seafood

000 vines per hectare

a family-run cannery in Concarneau

Charleston Sercial: This is the driest wine in the series and a wine that has been served throughout meals in America for nearly 300 years

TASTING: bold

its California roots run surprisingly deep

FOOD PAIRINGS: Oysters