{"product_id":"rihaku-dreamy-clouds-nigori-tokubetsu-junmai-nama-sake-japan","title":"Rihaku Dreamy Clouds Nigori Tokubetsu Junmai Nama Sake, Japan","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"575\"\u003eCreamy rice texture, delicate nuttiness, and layered savory complexity define Rihaku Dreamy Clouds Nigori Tokubetsu Junmai Sake, a refined cloudy sake that bridges the gap between richer nigori styles and more polished premium sake expressions. Brewed to a rare 59% rice polishing ratio for a nigori, the sake delivers remarkable clarity beneath its soft cloudiness, balancing subtle sweetness with lifted acidity and a clean, dry finish. Produced by Rihaku Brewery in Shimane, Dreamy Clouds reflects a philosophy of precision, elegance, and expressive rice-driven character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"577\" data-end=\"597\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"577\" data-end=\"597\"\u003eProduct Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"577\" data-end=\"597\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"634\" data-end=\"656\"\u003eBrewery President\/ Toji:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yuichiro Tanaka\u003cbr data-start=\"702\" data-end=\"705\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"707\" data-end=\"722\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"577\" data-end=\"597\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"707\" data-end=\"722\"\u003eSake Grade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tokubetsu Junmai Nigori\u003cbr data-start=\"746\" data-end=\"749\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"751\" data-end=\"768\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"577\" data-end=\"597\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"751\" data-end=\"768\"\u003eRice Variety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gohyakumangoku\u003cbr data-start=\"783\" data-end=\"786\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"788\" data-end=\"813\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"577\" data-end=\"597\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"788\" data-end=\"813\"\u003eRice Polishing Ratio:\u003c\/strong\u003e 59%\u003cbr data-start=\"817\" data-end=\"820\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"822\" data-end=\"834\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"577\" data-end=\"597\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"822\" data-end=\"834\"\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15.6% ABV\u003cbr data-start=\"844\" data-end=\"847\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"857\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"577\" data-end=\"597\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"857\"\u003eSMV:\u003c\/strong\u003e +3\u003cbr data-start=\"860\" data-end=\"863\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"865\" data-end=\"877\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"577\" data-end=\"597\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"865\" data-end=\"877\"\u003eAcidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.6\u003cbr data-start=\"881\" data-end=\"884\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"886\" data-end=\"896\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"577\" data-end=\"597\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"886\" data-end=\"896\"\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nigori Sake\u003cbr data-start=\"908\" data-end=\"911\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"913\" data-end=\"939\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"577\" data-end=\"597\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"913\" data-end=\"939\"\u003eProduction Philosophy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Premium rice polishing with expressive rice character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"577\" data-end=\"597\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"998\" data-end=\"1018\"\u003eBrewery Founded:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1882\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1027\" data-end=\"1051\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1027\" data-end=\"1051\"\u003eSensory Description:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1053\" data-end=\"1586\"\u003eThe nose opens with aromas of steamed rice, sweet cream, light toffee, plum skin, and soft earthiness. On the palate, the texture is supple and gently creamy with layered flavors of toasted nuts, ripe orchard fruit, banana, and subtle caramelized rice sweetness balanced by refreshing acidity. Unlike heavier nigori styles, Dreamy Clouds remains bright and lean with an elegant structure that leaves the palate clean and dry despite its rich texture. The finish lingers with savory rice notes, faint fruit, and soft nutty undertones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"23\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"23\"\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Accolades:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"25\" data-end=\"148\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"27\" data-end=\"38\"\u003eSilver:\u003c\/strong\u003e The TEXSOM International Wine Awards, 2016\u003cbr data-start=\"81\" data-end=\"84\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"86\" data-end=\"97\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"25\" data-end=\"148\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"86\" data-end=\"97\"\u003eBronze:\u003c\/strong\u003e Los Angeles International Wine Competition, 2015\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1588\" data-end=\"1614\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1588\" data-end=\"1614\"\u003eProducer’s Background:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1616\" data-end=\"2151\"\u003eFounded in 1882, Rihaku Brewery takes its name from the legendary Chinese poet Li Po, celebrated for his love of sake and poetry. Located in Shimane Prefecture, the brewery is known for its meticulous approach to rice polishing and its commitment to highlighting the individuality of different sake rice varieties across its portfolio. Under the leadership of Yuichiro Tanaka, Rihaku has built a reputation for crafting expressive, balanced sake that combines traditional brewing methods with polished elegance and technical precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2153\" data-end=\"2177\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2153\" data-end=\"2177\"\u003eServing Suggestions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2179\" data-end=\"2563\"\u003eServe lightly chilled at 45–50°F in a white wine glass or traditional sake cup to emphasize the sake’s creamy texture and layered aromatics. Gently rotate the bottle before pouring to integrate the rice sediment evenly. Excellent alongside spicy noodle dishes, coconut rice, smoked fish, salty snacks, risotto, mac and cheese, white fish, or grilled poultry dishes with savory sauces.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maverick Wine Company","offers":[{"title":"720mL","offer_id":42243324477495,"sku":null,"price":39.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2699\/1632\/files\/Rihaku_Dreamy_Clouds_Nigori_Tokubetsu_Junmai_Nama_Sake_Japan.png?v=1779664974","url":"https:\/\/www.winedispensary.com\/products\/rihaku-dreamy-clouds-nigori-tokubetsu-junmai-nama-sake-japan","provider":"Wine Dispensary","version":"1.0","type":"link"}