Kiminoi Brewery Emperor's Well Yamahai Junmai Sake

Kiminoi Brewery’s Emperor’s Well Yamahai Junmai is bold, earthy, and steeped in tradition. Brewed in Niigata, this sake uses the time-honored yamahai method, delivering complexity and depth. It carries umami richness and a dry, full-bodied profile that lingers with character. Expect rice-driven warmth balanced by a subtle acidity, revealing notes of chestnut, mushroom, and dried fruit. It’s a sake that feels robust yet refined, equally enjoyable slightly warmed or served at room temperature.

Nose: Savory rice tones with nutty hints, earth, and a whisper of dried fruit.

Palate: Full-bodied with layers of chestnut, mushroom, and caramelized rice, carried by vibrant acidity.

Finish: Dry and lingering, marked by umami depth and subtle earthy spice.

Grilled meats or yakitori — matches the sake’s earthy backbone.

Mushroom risotto — echoes the nutty, umami flavors.

Aged cheeses — the dry structure balances richness beautifully.