Pronounced aromas of alcohol and rice greet the nose.
The first sip is unexpectedly smooth and gentle. It is full-bodied with a velvety texture and a hint of sweetness that soon gives way to lively acidity, balanced by a slight bitterness. The rice umami is pronounced. The finish is long and crisp, leaving a lingering aftertaste.
Although the weather was still hot and humid during the rainy season, we could not resist warming it to nurukan. The result was remarkable. With its sharp edge softened, the sake revealed a milder, slightly sweeter side, developing a rich, full-bodied character with the savoury umami of rice coming to the fore. It paired particularly well with food and worked equally well with hearty Japanese and Western dishes.
Appearance: clear and lemon-green
Nose: clean, medium
Aroma: Rice, grain
Sweetness: dry
Acidity: medium+
Umami: medium+
Alcohol: medium+
Body: full
Flavour intensity: medium+
Flavour characteristics: rice, grain, koji
Finish: clean, long
Quality level: very good
The first sip is unexpectedly smooth and gentle. It is full-bodied with a velvety texture and a hint of sweetness that soon gives way to lively acidity, balanced by a slight bitterness. The rice umami is pronounced. The finish is long and crisp, leaving a lingering aftertaste.
Although the weather was still hot and humid during the rainy season, we could not resist warming it to nurukan. The result was remarkable. With its sharp edge softened, the sake revealed a milder, slightly sweeter side, developing a rich, full-bodied character with the savoury umami of rice coming to the fore. It paired particularly well with food and worked equally well with hearty Japanese and Western dishes.
Appearance: clear and lemon-green
Nose: clean, medium
Aroma: Rice, grain
Sweetness: dry
Acidity: medium+
Umami: medium+
Alcohol: medium+
Body: full
Flavour intensity: medium+
Flavour characteristics: rice, grain, koji
Finish: clean, long
Quality level: very good