A sweet, refreshing aroma rises from the glass, with gentle spice, fresh fruity notes, and a faint hint of cedar. The first sip is soft and smooth, with a creamy texture and full body. It shows the mild lactic sweetness typical of unfiltered, unpasteurised sake, balanced by rich umami, delicate ginjō aromas, and a touch of pleasant bitterness. A slight effervescence adds freshness and liveliness to the palate.
The flavour is remarkably well balanced. Notes of sweetness, acidity, and umami unfold together, followed by deeper savoury richness and a gentle bitterness that gradually spreads across the palate. As the initial freshness settles, richer sweet and savoury flavours emerge, giving the sake additional depth and complexity.
The finish is clean and crisp, with lingering notes of sweetness, umami, and gentle bitterness. Overall, it is a well-balanced and easy-drinking sake that combines freshness with plenty of flavour, a style that Yamori consistently delivers.
Appearance: clear and lemon-green
Nose: clean, medium
Aroma: fruity, ginjoka
Sweetness: Slightly dry
Acidity: medium
Umami: medium
Alcohol: medium
Body: full
Flavour intensity: medium+
Flavour characteristics: fruity, lactic
Finish: clean, medium
Quality level: very good
The flavour is remarkably well balanced. Notes of sweetness, acidity, and umami unfold together, followed by deeper savoury richness and a gentle bitterness that gradually spreads across the palate. As the initial freshness settles, richer sweet and savoury flavours emerge, giving the sake additional depth and complexity.
The finish is clean and crisp, with lingering notes of sweetness, umami, and gentle bitterness. Overall, it is a well-balanced and easy-drinking sake that combines freshness with plenty of flavour, a style that Yamori consistently delivers.
Appearance: clear and lemon-green
Nose: clean, medium
Aroma: fruity, ginjoka
Sweetness: Slightly dry
Acidity: medium
Umami: medium
Alcohol: medium
Body: full
Flavour intensity: medium+
Flavour characteristics: fruity, lactic
Finish: clean, medium
Quality level: very good