An expression of mastered craft, the Sakurao Single Malt Whisky 43% celebrates Japanese subtlety in a bright, precise take on single malt. Designed for enthusiasts seeking both purity and aromatic depth, it evokes the grace of carefully orchestrated maturation and the imprint of noble oak. Its profile, both fruity and spicy, appeals to palates that favour balance over bravura, natural texture over artifice. With a straight structure and a subtly smoky finish, it suits contemplative tasting as well as a gourmet meal, where each sip becomes a bridge between technical precision and sensitive emotion. Not chill-filtered and with no added colouring, it reveals the authenticity of its spirit and the accuracy of its ageing, carried by an elegance that asserts itself without raising its voice. At Louvins, it sits among bottles chosen for their ability to tell a moment, start a conversation and turn an instant into a precious parenthesis.

Assemblage et vinification

This unpeated Japanese single malt is matured for roughly three years in a selection of casks that define its character. Ex-Bourbon casks provide a clear framework with notes of vanilla and fresh almond. New American oak shapes the texture and suggests a silky breadth, while Sherry casks contribute a gourmand complexity with echoes of ripe fruit. The final finishing in Mizunara casks completes the ensemble and leaves its signature, evoking precious wood and incense with an almost silky aromatic touch. Bottled at 43% to preserve the clarity of the aromas and the precision of the palate. Not chill-filtered and with no added colouring, Sakurao retains the fullness of its oils and the honesty of its colour. This minimalist approach respects the integrity of the distillate, highlights textural relief and allows fine spices to emerge naturally. The refined box underlines the attention paid to every detail, a guarantee of craftsmanship that favours accuracy over ostentation.

Notes de dégustation

• Colour : Bright and clear, with natural hues, showing a respected maturation without artifice, with good clarity and an elegant visual density.
• Nose : Fruity opening on grape, blood orange and juicy peach, supported by gentle spices. The Mizunara finishing suggests delicate wafts of precious wood and incense, edged with subtle pastry notes.
• Palate : Precise and caressing attack. Fine vanilla, tangy apple and white peppercorns answer one another, the texture stretching into a gourmand salinity. The finish, long and clean, brightens with a discreet smoky hint.

Température de service et conseils

Serve between 16–18°C in a tulip glass to concentrate the aromas and highlight the fine spices. A drop of water can gently open the bouquet and reveal the vanilla softness inherited from Bourbon casks, while the Mizunara unveils its woody elegance after a few minutes of airing. Let the whisky settle in the glass, observe it, then return to it, as its expression gains breadth over time. Store the bottle upright, away from light and temperature fluctuations. Unopened, it keeps for a long time without losing aromatic intensity. Once opened, favour keeping the level as high as possible and a tight stopper to preserve the freshness of the profile.

Accords mets et vin

• Starters: roasted almonds, thin slices of cured ham, onion jam tartlets.
• Appetisers: salmon tataki, sea bream sashimi, lemon-dressed scallop carpaccio.
• Main courses: lacquered roast poultry, citrus duck, caramelised pork with mild spices.
• Cheeses: aged Comté, mature cheddar, slightly fruity Tomme.
• Desserts: tarte Tatin, dark chocolate with orange, vanilla and dried fruit cake.

Moments de dégustation

The Sakurao Single Malt Whisky 43% is the perfect companion for:

• For a contemplative tasting where each fruity and spicy nuance is savoured.
• During a gourmet dinner seeking an elegant aromatic thread from starter to dessert.
• As a refined gift to offer a fan of singular single malts.

Caractéristiques

• Name : Sakurao Single Malt Whisky 43%
• Appellation : Japanese whisky
• Type : Unpeated single malt
• Vintage : No vintage stated
• Grain : Malted barley
• Alcohol by volume : 43%
• Maturation : approx. 3 years in ex-Bourbon, new American oak and Sherry casks, finished in Mizunara
• Presentation : Bottle presented in a box
• Storage : Long shelf life in unopened bottle, away from light
• Serving temperature : 16–18°C