Tsukasabotan Senchu Hassaku Junmai "Great Plan"

"Great Plan" is one of those sake that break the mold. It's quite a dry brew, but doesn't have the typical sharp, staccato profile of a dry sake. Rather, it drinks clean and round, and provides a great example of a shimmering sake. The nose is a collection of aromas from marshmallow and cream, to apple and plums. Hints of cherries and caramel don't arrive until the dead-stop finish. WORD: Round WINE: Soft reds/Dry whites BEER: Dry Ales FOODS: Steamed clams, cooked fish, salty fare and fresh oysters.