Heigo Australia is the official importer and distributor of IWA 5 in Australia. Bottled 2023, Australian Release December 2024 The interplay of warmth, gravitas and tonicity expressed in Assemblage 5 is IWA’s unprecedented – somewhat avant-garde – proposition. THE NOSEThe aromas of pear, raspberry and plum blend with notes of rose and jasmine. Such a complexity is heightened by the spicy freshness of pine and geranium. THE PALATEThe contrast between the palate and nose is engaging. There is a palpable duality of the pure well rounded fruity / floral aromatics and the archaic tactile presence of gentle astringency. The silky and warm opening dissolves into a dry minerality and lingers with a vibrant touch of citrus, white pepper and hint of liquorice. SENSORY PROFILEPear. Plum. Raspberry. Raspberry leaf. Rose petals. Mace.Geranium. Pine. Jasmine. Green Tomato. White Pepper. PineappleLiquorice. Violet. Citrus Zest. Sugared Almond, Wild Sloe berry. Brewery: Shiraiwa Classification Junmai Daiginjo, single pasteurisation %AlcVol 15% Net Volume: 720ml Rice: Yamada Nishiki, Omachi, Gohyakumangoku Rice Polishing Ratio: 35% Food Pairing: All Cuisines Serve Lower temperatures. Reishu. 冷酒 From 1-2°C and aboveA palpable duality of pure, well-rounded floral/fruity aromatics and the archaic tactile presence of gentle astringency. Remains remarkably stable as it warms gradually in the glass (12°C to 18°C). 20° Jo-on 常温Evoking the serenity of a sunset. Aromas of pine essential oil and cypress unfold, bringing a sense of fullness. The finish reveals a refined bitterness reminiscent of vermouth, with a tonic warmth and subtle citrus notes. Higher temperatures. Kanzake. 燗酒 35-37°C Hitohadakan 人肌燗A vibrant interplay of ripe fruits —plum, peach, mango in syrup— evolves into delicate cereal notes reminiscent of oatmeal porridge. As the viscosity increases, the finish becomes more concise, yet Assemblage 5 at 37°C reveals a pleasingly rich character. Experiences in Different Glassware Lehmann Signature n°4 – Arnaud Lallement Ultraleggero John Jenkins Starr White Burgundy Riedel Sommeliers Burgundy Grand Cru Riedel Extreme Junmai IWA Marc Newson Serve IWA 5 pairs seamlessly across the full gastronomic landscape and is endorsed by the world’s most respected chefs. IWA 5 is currently offered in over 40 Michelin 3-star restaurants globally. IWA 5 can be experienced and enjoyed at different temperatures (chilled, cellar and room temperature, warm etc.), and with different glassware, from white burgundy, tulip glasses and o-choko. *Discounts codes and special offers are not valid on this product.
