New Years Feast

The first sake we opened this year was Urakasumi Junmai Daiginjo

Made with Yamada Nishiki rice.

Apple, pear. jasmin and caramel. Subtle umami flavor.
Smooth and easy to drink.

We had this sake with new year feast: grilled lamb, vegetables and yakitori.

The flavor of food could have been a little too strong for this sake.
As for lamb, JC opened Domaine J. Despesse Cornas 2005

Domaine J. Despesse is a small producer from Cornas, northern Rhone, and this bottle is a gift from JC's friend.
100% Syrah.
Pink, red and purple flower, dried fruit, pepper and a lot of mineral.
This wine cut the greasiness but didn't disturb the flavor of lamb.

Good wine, good sake and good food.
Happy new year.