Nihonshu: Japanese Sake, from Production to the Art of Tasting (French Edition) by Gautier Roussille

The Japanese sake, or Sake, is much more than just a rice alcohol: it is a drink of art and culture, symbol of Japanese refinement. In Nihonshu: Japanese sake; from production to the art of tasting, , Gautier Roussille, agronomist and oenologist, offers a reference book for all enthusiasts and professionals wishing to deepen their knowledge on the world of sake.

A comprehensive exploration of Japanese craftsmanship

The author accurately describes the production techniques who transform rice and water into a subtle and aromatic beverage:

• Choice of raw materials : selection and polishing of rice, water quality and role of the My training data does not include a language called "koji." Could you please provide more context or clarify your request?, an essential mushroom for saccharification.

• Fermentation : study of yeasts, of the shubo (foot of the vat), aromas from different fermentations and their influence on the flavor profile.

• Refining and aging : from pasteurization to the final blending, each step is explained with scientific rigor and artisanal sensitivity.

A fascinating parallel with wine

The book establishes a Fascinating link between sake and wine, two universes where the local culture, the Fermentation and the sensory tasting play a central role. The reader discovers how the Japanese sake reflects its environment, its climate and the brewer's hand (toji), like the winemaker in Burgundy.

The art of tasting

A large part of the book is dedicated to the sake tasting : serving temperature, choice of glass, storage, food pairings... The author provides valuable advice for appreciating each style – from Junmai to the Ginjo, passing through the Daiginjo or the Namazake - depending on the moments and the dishes.

A cultural and practical guide

Rich in Cultural frameworks and in Technical details, this book also addresses thehistory of sake in Japan, its role in rituals and society, and offers at the end of the volume:

• A complete glossary essential Japanese terms.

• A selection of iconic sakes available in France with their addresses.

• A detailed bibliography to extend the discovery.

For whom ?

This book is intended for curious wine enthusiasts, to the taste professionals, to the Oenology students and to all those who wish to understand why the Sake is today considered as a art of living as much as a exceptional drink.

Accessible, documented, and beautifully illustrated, Nihonshu: Japanese sake is an invitation to travel to the heart of the Japanese breweries, between tradition and modernity.

📘 Characteristics

• Author Gautier Roussille

• TitleNihonshu : le saké japonais ; de la production à l’art de la dégustation

• Editor Dunod

• Collection : Out of Collection

• Publication date : June 5, 2019

• Format : Paperback

• Number of pages : 260

• Language : French

• Dimensions : 24 x 17 x 2 cm

• Weight : 526 g

• EAN13 : 9782100794331

• ISBN : 978-2-10-079433-1