Color: clear, viscosity. Nose: floral, citrus, exotic fruits, mirabelle plum, apple. Cereals, shiitake mushrooms, tofu, pepper. Salty side, dried herbs. Palate: ample, notes of apple liqueur, pear, tropical fruits. Well marked alcohol, little sweetness, slight acidity. Mushrooms, umami, spices. Long finish, with rose and violet. Pairing: peppercorn beef; coconut flan, caramel sorbet. Comment: lots of delicacy and harmony in this quality shochu.
