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
Ripe pear and dried persimmon aromas, accented by subtle cacao and roasted tea, with toasty grain notes in support. The palate is generous and full, with deep rice umami spreading slowly, tightened by gentle acidity and bitters. Aged depth and warmth define the long, contemplative finish.
投稿日: 2025年10月07日
Fragrant and soft, with notes of white peach, pear, and osmanthus blossoms layered over freshly cooked rice and cotton candy sweetness. The silky palate blends juicy fruit sweetness with gentle acidity, accented by subtle bitterness toward the finish. Elegant and pure, with both softness and clarity.
投稿日: 2025年10月07日
Soft fruit aromas of green banana and white peach, layered with delicate hints of steamed rice and white flowers. The palate is supple, carrying transparent sweetness and gentle acidity. Herbal and citrus peel bitterness emerges toward the finish, leaving a poised, refined impression.
投稿日: 2025年10月07日
Lively aromas of green apple and pear with pure floral notes. Soft rice umami spreads gently, while clean acidity tightens the palate. A sake of sharpness and softness in harmony.
投稿日: 2025年10月07日
Fresh aromas of white peach, green apple, and citrus blossom mingle with soft rice notes reminiscent of freshly steamed rice. Sweetness expands first, followed by hints of young grass and citrus peel adding depth. Clear acidity tightens the mid-palate, leaving a quiet but lasting finish. Balanced and supple.
投稿日: 2025年10月07日
A smoky, toasty nose layered with barley chocolate, nuts, straw, and caramel popcorn. Despite the depth from atmospheric distillation, the finish is surprisingly clean and crisp. A bold, organic rice–fermented shochu with natural umami and distinctive character.
投稿日: 2025年10月07日
Aromas of roasted nuts and toast rise from the glass, leading to a full, rich, and weighty palate. A quintessential barley shochu, packed with concentrated umami from barley.
投稿日: 2025年10月07日
Elegant aromas of white flowers and pear, layered with steamed chestnut and soft vanilla nuances. The palate is silky smooth, with transparent sweetness and gentle acidity in harmony. Umami and a touch of bitterness lend definition in the finish, which is long and graceful. A delicate, refined expression—an especially elegant style of imo shochu.
投稿日: 2025年10月07日
Ripe berries intertwined with dried spices and dried flowers create a mature, complex bouquet. Chewable tannins gently support the structure, leaving a calm yet profound finish. A dignified wine with poise and depth.
投稿日: 2025年10月07日
A burst of fruitiness and sweet-tart acidity come together in a juicy, lively palate. Fine-grained tannins tighten the structure, lending depth beneath the charming character. A bright, refined Muscat Bailey A that lifts the drinker’s spirits.
投稿日: 2025年10月07日