Taku Iguro
Representative, TACTICAL WINE CONSULTANT LLC. Wine Director for multiple restaurant groups (Tosenkaku, Ippei Hanten, Myoujaku, Haku-nei, Kanshin) Executive Wine Advisor, Transit Holdings
Profile
Taku Iguro is the founder of TACTICAL WINE CONSULTANT. Believing in the diverse possibilities within the sommelier profession, he became independent in 2023. He now works extensively as a consultant for restaurant groups, a wine seminar instructor, a winery promoter, and a writer for various publications. His strengths lie in his extensive knowledge of beverages, exceptional hospitality, and proficiency in English. Major Achievements Winner of the 9th All Japan Best Sommelier Competition (2020, hosted by J.S.A.) Japanese Representative at the A.S.I. A.S.I.a & Oceania Best Sommelier Competition (2018, 2022) Best Sommelier in Gault & Millau 2024 (2024)
Reviews
Tropical mango-like fruit aromas layered with grain tones, barley, and lactic notes reminiscent of yogurt. Rich and expansive on the palate, with powerful umami and dense sweetness, followed by assertive bitterness that drives a bold, energetic finish, ideal alongside richly flavored, fatty dishes.
投稿日: 2026年02月09日
Calm and restrained, with a slightly shy demeanor. Refreshing aromas reminiscent of green yuzu are layered with gentle rice notes like joshinko. The palate is clean and dry, with crisp acidity forming a firm structure, delivering a precise, streamlined profile and a lingering sense of purity and freshness.
投稿日: 2026年02月09日
Bright and aromatic with notes of sweet citrus, daidai, mandarin, and dried orange peel, layered with floral nuances of osmanthus and mimosa. Supple on the palate, soft sweetness unfolds before lively acidity emerges to tighten the structure, delivering a well-balanced, dry Junmai Ginjo that combines richness with crisp precision.
投稿日: 2026年02月06日
Refreshing notes of Yubari melon and citrus peel are layered with soft powdery nuances of kinako and almond powder. Tight and precise on the palate, this ultra-dry style is defined by brisk acidity and light bitterness, maintaining balance through a crisp, clean, and sharply focused finish.
投稿日: 2026年02月06日
Aromatic and refined, built on ginjo-style florals with fresh green apple, satsuma mandarin, daphne blossom, and subtle rice flour nuances. The palate is clean and precise, with bright acidity shaping a firm, muscular body that conveys both purity and inner strength. Particularly well-suited to citrus-accented dishes, acidic preparations, or rich grilled fish finished with kabosu and sansho pepper.
投稿日: 2026年02月06日
Powerful and expressive, opening with dense aromas of rice bran, fully ripe banana, and cream cheese. The palate is broad and mellow, where subtle sweetness, bitterness, and umami expand together, before firm acidity tightens the structure toward a sustained, forceful finish. Particularly well-suited to creamy or dairy-based dishes that amplify its depth and richness.
投稿日: 2026年02月06日
A refined kimoto-style sake combining depth and complexity. Rice-driven flavors layered with hay, bark, and matured grain tones, enriched by hints of dried fruit and yogurt. Smooth on entry, expanding gracefully across the palate. The natural acidity of kimoto adds focus, while a faint bitterness builds a long, composed finish. Calm yet profound, with firm character that complements food beautifully.
投稿日: 2025年11月21日
Gentle aromas and layered umami define this sake. Fresh notes of green apple and white flowers merge with lactic nuances of yogurt and sour cream. Supple texture carries calm sweetness and acidity, finishing with minerality and depth from the kimoto method. A pure, dignified junmai daiginjo made from naturally grown rice and native yeast.
投稿日: 2025年11月21日
A calm, graceful sake where gentle aromas of steamed rice, fresh grass, and hay meet soft sweetness from the Ise-nishiki rice. Mild acidity and a hint of bitterness define the structure, finishing clean and elegant—a quietly profound food-pairing sake.
投稿日: 2025年11月21日
A sake of depth and softness in harmony. Aromas of grain, roasted nuts, and vanilla with earthy and husk-like fermentation notes adding complexity. Gentle sweetness expands on the palate, tightened by vibrant acidity. The lingering, mellow finish carries rich umami.
投稿日: 2025年11月21日