Norman Gennaro

9.4

Norman had this 13 hours ago

Norman Gennaro

9.5

Deep brown color. Light on the nose but serious brown sugar on the palate. Hot? No but it fills every corner of your mouth and lips. It’s sweet, rich and full body. Finish goes on… yeah I’d look for this one. — 2 days ago

Norman Gennaro

9.4

Really nice and I didn’t know it was effectively a vineyard selection not a barrel selection — 7 days ago

Norman Gennaro

9.2

It was fine. Bright and nice nose — 7 days ago

Norman Gennaro

9.0

Too early. — 13 hours ago

Norman Gennaro

9.4

Restrained nose on opening. Started to open up with air as it wasn’t overly chilled to start. Much more restrained than the Dassai DEX and I’d say a better match with the food throughout the night. Liked the viscocity and weight. Solid although would have liked a bit more aromatics — 6 days ago

Norman Gennaro

9.6

The richest and the best of the bunch. Mouton-esc tannins ie silky smooth. — 7 days ago

Norman Gennaro

9.1

Glen Mhor 38yr 1965 - the color on this was deep and I so wanted to love it but it was missing something. Just a bit hollow. Might be a function of old bottle, plus a sample, plus holding the sample too long. — 2 days ago

Norman Gennaro

9.6

The DEX is an experimental version to my understanding. Different every time which is why they don’t clearly state polish although I think this was 23%. Need to confirm. This is an over the top expression even chilled. Aromatics were strong but the flavors were intense and full. Probably the “biggest” Dassai I’ve had.
• Product: Dassai “Shinsei” Junmai Daiginjo 23%
• Brewery: Asahi Shuzo (Yamaguchi, Japan)
• Polishing Ratio: 23%
• Alcohol: 14%
• Volume: 720ml
• Bottled: December 2022

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“The “Shinsei” (新生, meaning “newborn” or “rebirth”) branding suggests this may be a limited or experimental series within the Dassai lineup, distinct from the standard Dassai 23.” — 6 days ago

Norman Gennaro

9.0

It was nice and clean. Not amazing — 7 days ago