Premium Koshu Aged Sake Range

Sakeportal Introduces Premium Koshu Aged Sake Range for import

Aged to perfection: elegant, export-ready sake crafted for connoisseurs, collectors, and culinary professionals worldwide.

Sakeportal has launched an exceptional lineup of Koshu Aged Sake—a collection of matured Japanese sakes aged between 10 and 30 years, offering depth, umami, and world-class character. With several products already featured in Michelin-starred restaurants and praised by sommeliers across the globe, this lineup represents the pinnacle of Japanese sake tradition and aging mastery.

For overseas buyers and importers of Japanese sake, this range delivers unique, long-aged, high-value brews that offer remarkable opportunities in luxury hospitality, wine pairing menus, and the growing market for premium aged beverages.

What Is Koshu Aged Sake?

Koshu refers to sake that has been aged for several years—unlike the vast majority of sake, which is shipped fresh. Over time, the sake darkens, gains depth, and evolves rich, complex flavors similar to port, sherry, or even whisky, depending on aging conditions.

• Develops amber coloration and bold aromatics
• Flavors include walnut, apricot, laurel, cardamom, almond, and chocolate
• Ideal for pairing with cheese, meats, chocolate, and desserts
• Perfect for export positioning alongside aged spirits and vintage wines

Top Aged Sake Selections from Sakeportal

1. Gold Vintage

• Age: Blend of sakes aged up to 20 years
• Awards: 6-time IWC Gold Medal Winner
• Tasting Notes: Barrel-aged aroma, sweet umami, amber hue
• Pairing: Shellfish, crab, fatty dishes
• Why import it? Prestigious, competitively priced, high turnover for fine dining clients

2. Yamabuki 30-Year Vintage

• Age: 30 years
• Tasting Notes: Apricot confit, smoke, sherry-like character, cardamom
• Pairing: Blue cheese, Comté, chocolate, grilled meat
• Why import it? Aged sake at its finest—ideal for collectors, luxury tasting menus, or gift markets. Michelin-level credibility

3. Yamabuki 20-Year Vintage

• Age: 20 years
• Tasting Notes: Walnut, almond, soft bitterness, spice
• Pairing: Cheese, chocolate, red meat
• Why import it? A premium but more accessible aged option. Excellent balance of cost and prestige

4. “Boar Bird GIBIER” Special Junmai

• Age: 15+ years
• Tasting Notes: Mellow acidity, light port or sherry profile, sweet umami
• Pairing: Dessert sake, foie gras, charcuterie
• Why import it? Attractive price point for an aged sake with unique branding and versatility

5. “Twelve Years of Rain”

• Age: 12 years
• Tasting Notes: Deep umami, mild acidity, spice, elegant sweetness
• Pairing: Nuts, dried fruit, dessert pairings
• Why import it? Mid-priced aged sake perfect for boutique retailers and curated gift packs

Why Importers and International Buyers Should Take Note

Michelin-Star Approved: Many bottles in this series are already served in top-tier restaurants

Import Friendly: Alcohol content, packaging, and compliance ready for overseas markets

Luxury Positioning: Competes with high-end whisky, sherry, and vintage wines

Flexible MOQ and Volume Discounts: Sakeportal supports trade buyers with scalable pricing

Private Label Potential: Available upon request for certain SKUs

Ordering and Product Details

Bottle Sizes: 700ml and 720ml standard format

Alcohol Range: 15% to 20%

Rice Polishing Rate: Typically 70% (or 58% for Ginjo)

Pricing: From ¥2,535 to over ¥90,000 depending on age and batch

Explore the full Koshu Aged Sake range here:
https://sakeportal.com/client/product-category/aged-japanese-sake/

Final Thoughts

Sakeportal’s Koshu Aged Sake range offers a premium, export-ready product line that bridges Japanese tradition and global fine beverage culture. These bottles are ideal for importers targeting Michelin-level dining, collectors, boutique retailers, and premium gifting channels.

Whether you’re expanding your sake offering or seeking an exclusive aged SKU for discerning clients, these vintages deliver deep flavor, global credibility, and high-margin potential. Aged Japanese sake is not just rare—it is a rapidly emerging category, and this collection gives importers the opportunity to lead in their markets.