Dassai 23

Dassai 23 is one of Japan’s most celebrated sakes — a masterpiece of precision and purity. Brewed by Asahi Shuzo in Yamaguchi, it is crafted from Yamada Nishiki rice polished down to just 23% of its original grain, revealing the inner essence of the rice. The result is an extraordinarily elegant sake, luminous in clarity and luxurious in texture, where fruit, floral, and rice notes blend in seamless harmony.

Dassai 23 is best enjoyed chilled (8–10°C) in a white wine glass to appreciate its aromatic depth. It pairs exquisitely with refined Japanese cuisine — sashimi, toro (fatty tuna), and uni (sea urchin) — where its clean umami and delicate sweetness enhance the subtle flavors of raw fish. It also complements scallops, lobster, or lightly grilled sea bass with yuzu. For Western pairings, try it with fresh oysters, foie gras, or a creamy risotto with truffle. Elegant, pure, and endlessly nuanced, Dassai 23 transforms any meal into a meditative experience.