Appearance: Colourless, clear, brilliant Nose: The nose opens with notes of fermented rice, underpinned by lively fruitiness and a hint of umami. Palate: On the palate, salty notes and cooked fruit mingle with nutty and sweet spicy notes, in successive layers. The texture remains light, whilst the alcohol, though distinctly present, adds power without upsetting the balance. Overall impression: A complex and balanced whole, with a distinct character, where the fermented and salty notes are underpinned by a lovely power.