Known as the Oscars of the wine world, International Wine Challenge (IWC), which was first scheduled in May this year, has finally been held in November and has just announced its results. Started since 1984, this competition is joined by professional sommeliers each year to evaluate and find out outstanding wines for consumers. With sakes getting more popular, sake division has been introduced since 2007. As the evaluation includes criteria of wine tasting, the competition is considered more holistic and credible. This year, there were up to 1401 entry sakes, but only 665 items winning prizes including 293 bronze, 284 silver, 88 gold and only 31 trophies. Some award-winning sakes are now available on Saketora. Read the comments of the judges and give them a try!
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IWC2020
Awarded Daiginjo SetA set of 6 IWC2020 award-winning Japanese sakes in Daiginjo class, which is the most popular kind of sakes among Hong Kong people.As sweet as flowers and fruits, the refreshing finish is suitable for both sake professionals and new comers.
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IWC2020 Trophy・Gold
Awarded Sake SetA selection of 5 Japanese wine that have won gold awards or the highest level of award: Trophy. The quality is certified by experts and you must not miss1 them.
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Kokkano Kaori
DaiginjoIWC’s Comments:
An outstanding sake with wonderful juiciness and acidity. Aromas of lychee, clementine, lemon grass. Concentrated fruit flavours. Well rounded, with a velvet smooth texture. -
Myokozan Daiginjo
(Rice Polishing Ratio 35%)IWC’s Comments:
Lychee, black tea aromas. Ripe melon, pineapple, mango palate with sancho pepper. Clean, refreshing finish.
Kokkano Kaori
Daiginjo
IWC’s Comments:
An outstanding sake with wonderful juiciness and acidity. Aromas of lychee, clementine, lemon grass. Concentrated fruit flavours. Well rounded, with a velvet smooth texture.
Myokozan Daiginjo
(Rice Polishing Ratio 35%)
IWC’s Comments:
Lychee, black tea aromas. Ripe melon, pineapple, mango palate with sancho pepper. Clean, refreshing finish.
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Azakura Daiginjo
IWC’s Comments:
Delicate and fragrant bouquet. Vibrant and elegant, layered and settled on the palate. Coconut and vanilla flavours. -
Dassai
Junmai Daiginjo
(Rice Polishing Ratio 23%)IWC’s Comments:
Herbal, tropical and floral aromas. Creamy textures with chestnuts and well-balanced acidity. -
Horai
Junmai Ginjo
(Kaden Tezukuri)IWC’s Comments:
Rich and juicy. Silky smooth and perfectly well structured. Clear aftertaste soft and gentle style with a hint of umami on finish.
Azakura Daiginjo
IWC’s Comments:
Delicate and fragrant bouquet. Vibrant and elegant, layered and settled on the palate. Coconut and vanilla flavours.
Dassai
Junmai Daiginjo
(Rice Polishing Ratio 23%)
IWC’s Comments:
Herbal, tropical and floral aromas. Creamy textures with chestnuts and well-balanced acidity.
Horai
Junmai Ginjo
(Kaden Tezukuri)
IWC’s Comments:
Rich and juicy. Silky smooth and perfectly well structured. Clear aftertaste soft and gentle style with a hint of umami on finish.
Fukukomachi
Daiginjo
Sawahime
Daiginjo
Sakuramasamune
Daiginjo (Genshu)
Toko
Junmai Daiginjo,
Drip-pressed (Yukimegami)
Toko
Junmai Daiginjo,
Drip-pressed (Yamadanishiki)