This is inspired by but also completely embodies the term “umami”, which originates in Japan. Umami is the 5th basic flavor, along with sweetness, saltiness, sourness, and bitterness, and is hard to define exactly, but is best described as being a delicious, savory taste. This champagne can be described as such as it is characterized by its rich, velvety texture, depth of flavor, elegant minerality, and sapidity.