Their lot-numbering system — unusual in an industry that typically relies on star ratings or letters — indicates the minimum age of the youngest eau-de-vie in each blend

Soplica's clean profile and dry grain character make it a versatile base

The 2019 vintage earned 90 points from Wine Enthusiast and Gold at the San Diego International Wine Competition

For a family-owned house that controls over 288 hectares of its own vineyards — one of the largest holdings in Champagne — this bottle reflects estate-level quality at a price well below prestige cuvée territory

Produced by Vedi Alco — one of Armenia's most decorated wineries with over 90 gold medals at international tasting competitions — this bottling showcases the intensity and character that high-altitude Armenian viticulture delivers

New Zealand Whisky Company South Island 25 Year 375ML other-fortified- Their lot-numbering system — unusualNew Zealand Whisky Company South Island 25 Year 375ML is a 25 year old single malt whisky bottled at 40% ABV in a 375ml half bottle, distilled at the now closed Willowbank Distillery in Dunedin, New Zealand. It holds the distinction of being the first single malt whisky outside of Europe and Japan to be matured and released as a 25 year old expression, earning critical recognition from whisky authorities Jim Murray and Charles Maclean. Quick Facts: