Niigata is famed for its jizake, or unique, “micro-brewed” sakes w/ character. Niigata is considered by many to be the best place in the world to find high quality sake. The red crane is a symbol of good luck. This is a junmai sake, which means it's pure rice sake (no alcohol was added). An elegant, slightly earthy sake with notes of stone fruit, pistachios, & white chocolate