Samidori from Kyoto

We are delighted to share another remarkable matcha. This time, an expression of the celebrated Samidori cultivar. 

The dry aroma is reminiscent of scallop, carrying a distinctly oceanic, umami-forward character. Once whisked, delicate freshness emerges alongside gentle floral notes recalling lily of the valley. On the palate, refined scallop-like umami remains present throughout, while the floral character lends elegance to each sip. Its mouthfeel is beautifully balance. Nether overly rich nor delicately light, but composed with remarkable harmony.

Samidori is one of the most celebrated tea cultivars from Uji, Kyoto, and has long been regarded as one of the finest cultivars for producing tencha. This expression speaks clearly of both the cultivar's enduring reputation and the craftsmanship of Yoshinori-san and Yukako-san. Lean more about them and the story behind this matcha in our journal.