Rice wine
Gu Yue Long Shan Shaoxing Rice Wine, 20 years
古越龙山绍兴酒（二十年）Gǔyuè Lóngshān Shàoxīng jiǔ
- Category
- Rice wine
- Style
- Huangjiu, semi-dry, aged
- Producer
- Guyue Longshan
- Age
- 20 years
- ABV
- 15%
- Raw materials
- Glutinous rice,Wheat
Aromas
- dried fruit
- nuts
- umami
- sherry-like
Overview
Regarded as one of the finest Chinese rice wines, the 20-year-old from Gu Yue Long Shan belongs to a range often served at state dinners and prestigious events. A traditional, sherry-like style with fruit, nuts and umami.
Tasting
- Nose
- Dried fruit, nuts and umami.
- Palate
- Rich and savoury, leading to a crisp, slightly tart finish.
Production
- Type
- Huangjiu, semi-dry, aged
- Ageing time
- 20 years
- Volume
- 500 ml
Serving
- Temperature
- Slightly warm, or at cellar temperature
- Glass
- Small wine glass
Pairing
- Braised pork belly
- Hairy crab
- Aged cheese
Like an old oloroso, it stands up to rich, savoury dishes.
Sources
- Gu Yue Long Shan 20 Year Old Shaoxing Rice Wine — The Whisky Exchange
- Gu Yue Long Shan 20 Years Brewed Select Emerald — Dan Murphy’s