While the taste of this sake leans towards the cheesy and umami side - it still comes with a clean and light texture. On nose it is smell of fresh cheese and hint of soy sauce like umami. On palate it is generally same, with yogurt like smoothness as well. Also stronger rice flavor is spot - like cooked rice. Long aftertaste, good match with salty food like I used some cheese and parma ham to match with it - great performance!