Handpicked wine & sake from some of the best independent producers

 
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Our Wines

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Our Sake

 

A little bit about us…

Since 2009, we have been importing quality European and New World wines into Ireland.  

We’re passionate about sourcing quality wines made by independent producers, and have built up an extensive list of exceptional wines that can’t be found on the supermarket shelf.

Whether you’re looking to buy for your restaurant or licensed premises, an event, or even a personal cellar, we’ll work with you to supply the best wines to match your palate and your budget.

 
 

This month’s top picks

 
 

Ōta Shuzō Kokoro Kokoro

Made from Tamazakae rice grown in Shiga by the brewery. This full bodied and dry Sake has plenty of umami, a touch of spice and wonderful texture.

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Dassai 39

This aromatic sake brewed from highly polished rice presents a lavish nose of tropical fruit and fresh green apple, followed by the full mouthfeel and rice umami on the palate. Fine medium dry finish.

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Ikekame "Turtle Black"

All-rounder Junmai. Low-temperature fermentation gives this sake a fresh and clean taste with a hint of nutty flavour. A smooth texture and a light finish. Pairs well with variety of foods.

Soma no Tengu - Uehara Shuzō "Karakuchi"

This is Usunigori sake. 'Usu' means 'thin' in Japanese and this a reference to the very finest part of the sediment from fermentation being retained and added back into the brew at bottling.

 

All of our sake are premium level, hand made in Japan without the addition of additives of any description.  We have put together a few sets to give you a flavour of the many tastes on offer in the world of Nihon-shu.  Have a browse on our glossary page or drop us a line if you need help in choosing the one that is best for you! 

 

Otameshi Set

New to sake and don’t know where to start? Enjoy a tasting set of different sake in a range of formats and styles.

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Kikikaze Set

This Kikizake tasting set will give you a grounding in the premium categories of sake.

Maboroshi Set

The sake world is wild and varied.  This selection of 4 off-piste sakes will give you a whole new appreciation for sake!

Tokkyu Set

This is the most prized bottling of the sake brewery, representing the height of the brewmaster's ability.

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Demuerte Classic

This stunning blend comprises equal part Monastrell and Syrah. A nose of red fruits and soft notes of vanilla and oak. The mouthfeel is smooth and creamy, and the finish is long and rich - delicious!

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Demuerte Blanco

A fresh and modern wine, but of smooth unctuousness, creaminess and body that balance the tasting note and is made from grapes of the varieties: Sauvignon Blanc and Verdejo.

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Demuerte Gold

Grapes of three varieties are used to make Demuerte Gold: Monastrell, Syrah and Tintorera. This results in a full-bodied wine with great capacity for proper ageing and an intense colour.

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Demuerte One

Elegant, ripe and fruity berry flavour. This is a full-bodied with well integrated tannins, cherry, spicy, and vanilla notes. Smooth and velvety on the palate with a pleasant and rich finish.

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Please contact us to request a wholesale or retail portfolio for both sake and/or wine.