iwc2020

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!

IWC2020 Awarded Sake free shipping set
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    IWC2020
    Awarded Daiginjo Set

    A 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 Set

    A 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.


TROPHY
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    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.

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    Myokozan Daiginjo
    (Rice Polishing Ratio 35%)

    IWC’s Comments:
    Lychee, black tea aromas. Ripe melon, pineapple, mango palate with sancho pepper. Clean, refreshing finish.



TROPHY

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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.


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Myokozan Daiginjo
(Rice Polishing Ratio 35%)

IWC’s Comments:
Lychee, black tea aromas. Ripe melon, pineapple, mango palate with sancho pepper. Clean, refreshing finish.



GOLD
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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.

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    Dassai
    Junmai Daiginjo
    (Rice Polishing Ratio 23%)

    IWC’s Comments:
    Herbal, tropical and floral aromas. Creamy textures with chestnuts and well-balanced acidity.


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    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.

GOLD

saketora - suisin hiyaoroshi junmai daiginjo

Azakura Daiginjo


IWC’s Comments:
Delicate and fragrant bouquet. Vibrant and elegant, layered and settled on the palate. Coconut and vanilla flavours.


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Dassai
Junmai Daiginjo
(Rice Polishing Ratio 23%)

IWC’s Comments:
Herbal, tropical and floral aromas. Creamy textures with chestnuts and well-balanced acidity.



saketora - suisin hiyaoroshi junmai ginjo

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.

SILVER
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    Fukukomachi Daiginjo


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    Sawahime Daiginjo


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    Sakuramasamune Daiginjo (Genshu)

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    Toko
    Junmai Daiginjo,
    Drip-pressed (Yukimegami)

  • saketora - suisin hiyaoroshi junmai ginjo

    Toko
    Junmai Daiginjo,
    Drip-pressed (Yamadanishiki)

SILVER

saketora - suisin hiyaoroshi junmai daiginjo

Fukukomachi Daiginjo



saketora - hiyaoroshi hourai

Sawahime Daiginjo



saketora - suisin hiyaoroshi junmai ginjo

Sakuramasamune Daiginjo (Genshu)


saketora - suisin hiyaoroshi junmai ginjo

Toko
Junmai Daiginjo,
Drip-pressed (Yukimegami)


saketora - suisin hiyaoroshi junmai ginjo

Toko
Junmai Daiginjo,
Drip-pressed (Yamadanishiki)