Tetsu Nakazawa

8.9

E' il mio favarito. Non e' piu pesante in gusto di Chardonnay. L'ho avuto a Sakaya Bic perche ho bisogno di avuto due bottelie per il sconto! Quindi era piu caro, ma e' buono. — a month ago

Joseph Barsky

9.8

2016 vintage. Enjoyed with duck pate and truffle soft@cheese on sourdough baguette. — 6 months ago

Brandon Boesch

9.5

Not many CA semillons floating around. Legendary vineyard! Preserved lemon, nuts, honeysuckle, honey with a bit of spice, hint of vanilla, good funk, great acidity. I keep wanting more. Amazing with point Reyes pierce point cheese. — 4 years ago

Michael

9.1

Malvasia vibes — 5 years ago

María Fitz-James Stuart

9.5

It’s not from Italy, it is from Murcia, SPAIN! — 5 years ago

Shawn R

9.5

As the race for New World SB get’s more fierce this is a can’t miss. Hit all the elements. Nice cross between grapefruit and lime, strikes me a tangerine. From start to finish a great SB. — 6 years ago

Clare McNamara

9.1

Reserva 2012 con mi amor — 8 years ago

with Christopher

Dominique Elena

10

Aromatic, fresh vibrant — 3 months ago

Ericsson

8.9

This si the equivalent of an oldie but a goodie. — 6 months ago

John Tan

9.0

At home w Joyce, Jeff, Yida and Bert. Glou glou light orange wine. Aromatic and lively. Fun wine. Yida loved it. — 4 years ago

Darby Mae

9.0

Waxy unctuous but dry. Citrus peel and zest at first then apricot and salty cantaloupe towards the finish. A delightfully dry skin contact pet nat with just a touch of RS. — 4 years ago

Becky Meyer

9.1

Delicious — 5 years ago

Joe Weinberger

9.1

From magnum. A blend of the 2014 and 2015 vintages. Rich but balanced. Quite enjoyable. — 6 years ago

Michael Zhao

9.0

Sparkling strawberry and dried bing cherries with a dry finish. Deceptively boozy — 6 years ago

with Emma and Alexandra

Freddy R. Troya

8.9

Takara — Mio Sparkling Sake — Japan 🇯🇵

Overview
A lightly sparkling sake crafted in a modern, approachable style, designed to highlight freshness, gentle sweetness, and aromatic lift. With a low 5% ABV, Mio offers a soft, easygoing expression that bridges the gap between traditional sake and sparkling wine.

Aromas & Flavors
Delicate notes of white peach, pear, melon, and subtle floral tones, with a light rice-driven sweetness and clean aromatic profile.

Mouthfeel
Light-bodied with fine, soft bubbles and a smooth, off-dry texture. The low alcohol and gentle effervescence create a mellow, refreshing feel with a clean, easy finish.

Food Pairings
Sushi, sashimi, tempura, light appetizers, or as an aperitif. Particularly effective at opening a meal.

Verdict
An approachable and enjoyable sparkling sake that delivers freshness, softness, and aromatic charm. Ideal as a light, food-friendly starter.

🍶 Did You Know?
Sparkling sake like Mio is often crafted with lower alcohol and slight residual sugar, making it more approachable and similar in feel to lightly sparkling wines such as Moscato d’Asti.

🍷 Personal Pick
Completely out of my comfort zone, and a pleasant surprise. It set the tone perfectly for a Japanese meal, offering a soft, aromatic, and refreshing start before transitioning into white wines.
— 3 months ago

David Shaw

9.1

Fine light drinking red with an assortment of heirloom varietals you would see in a Sandlands release. Down the middle table red style with good acid but lighter in alcohol and tannins. — 2 years ago

Michal Rosenn

9.2

juicy juicy strawberry, raspberry, and plum balanced with earthiness. yum — 5 years ago

Eric Urbani

9.0

Thanks Amor y Amargo NYC ! — 5 years ago

Tetsu Nakazawa

8.9

E’ il tipico di Sauvignon blanc secondo me. E’ il mio favarito piu di New Zealand. E’ perfetto con pesci freschi, come calpaccio di fluke o sashimi. Lo vorrei prendere un paio di botteglia se hanno ancora il sconto. — 6 years ago

Joe Hakim

9.4

A lovely surprise — 6 years ago