Its 100% American oak fermentation and maturation program — split across three barrel ages — creates a layered integration of fruit and toast that many New World Shiraz producers don't attempt at this price tier

Smoked salmon works well against the wine's floral character

Taste: The entry is juicy and unmistakably watermelon

The Glenrothes sources its sherry-seasoned oak from a private cooperage it shares with The Macallan

Choya Umeshu 500ML non-discountable Its 100% American oak fermentationChoya Umeshu 500ML is a traditional Japanese plum wine made from whole ume fruit, bottled at 15% ABV in a 500ml format. Produced by Choya Umeshu Co., Ltd. one of Japan's most recognized umeshu makers this expression carries the company's "Honkaku Umeshu" designation, meaning it contains only ume fruit, sugar, and alcohol with zero artificial additives, colorings, or flavorings. Quick Facts: ABV: 15% Origin: Osaka, Japan Style: Umeshu (Plum Wine)