The Elegant Side of KUNCHO
KUNCHO Junmai Ginjo Green Label offers a completely different experience from its bold nigori sibling. This elegant junmai ginjo from Hita, Oita, showcases the refined, fruity character that premium sake can achieve. With rice polished to 50% and careful brewing techniques, this sake delivers aromatic complexity and clean flavors that make it exceptionally versatile for food pairing.
Understanding the Green Label
The KUNCHO range uses different colored labels to distinguish their various sake styles. The Green Label represents their junmai ginjo expression - a sake of elegance, fruitiness, and refinement. This is sake for those who appreciate delicate aromatics and clean, bright flavors.
Product Details
KUNCHO Junmai Ginjo Green Label from Hita, Oita
£34.50 (as of January 2026)
720ml / Alc 15%
Rice Polish Ratio: 50% / SMV: +6 (dry)
Grade: Junmai Ginjo
Polish: 50% (highly polished for elegance)
Character: Fruity, aromatic, clean
Tasting Note
KUNCHO Junmai Ginjo Green Label opens with fruity, aromatic notes that immediately captivate the senses. The sake delivers a clean taste profile that's refreshing and sophisticated, showcasing the benefits of the 50% rice polishing.
On the palate, mild, sweet rice flavors provide a gentle foundation, while bright acidity adds liveliness and structure. Despite the SMV of +6 indicating dryness, the fruity aromatics and sweet rice notes create a balanced, approachable drinking experience. The clean finish leaves the palate refreshed and ready for the next sip or bite of food.
Perfect Pairings
The clean, fruity character and bright acidity make KUNCHO Green Label remarkably versatile:
- Seafood - Sashimi, grilled fish, shellfish (clean flavors enhance delicate fish)
- Meat dishes - Chicken, pork, even light beef preparations
- Sushi - The bright acidity cleanses between bites perfectly
- Tempura - Cuts through fried foods beautifully
- Salads - Fruity notes complement fresh vegetables
- Light pasta dishes - Versatile enough for fusion cuisine
How to Enjoy
Best served chilled (10-12°C) to appreciate the fruity aromatics and clean, refreshing character. Pour into proper sake glasses or wine glasses to allow the delicate aromas to develop. This is a sake for leisurely enjoyment with food, where its versatility truly shines.
The KUNCHO Range
KUNCHO offers several distinct expressions, each with its own colored label. The Green Label Junmai Ginjo represents the elegant, refined side of the brewery's capabilities - a stark contrast to the bold, intense Nigori. Together, they demonstrate the remarkable range that skilled sake brewing can achieve.
Availability
Please note that our sake collection is available for purchase in-store only. Selection may vary depending on the season. If you have any questions about our sake, please don't hesitate to contact us.
Storage: Store in a cool, dark place. Refrigerate once open to preserve the delicate fruity aromatics and clean, fresh character.
Experience fruity elegance with KUNCHO Junmai Ginjo Green Label - where refinement meets versatility.