What separates this expression from nearly every other añejo in its class is a secondary finish in Irish single malt whiskey barrels — a technique virtually unheard of at this price tier

A single large ice cube works well for slower sipping sessions

Soft oak tannins and a final echo of caramel fade gradually

with lingering pear and a gentle floral fade

allowing the oxidative complexity of pure Palomino to speak without compromise

Bouchard Pere et Fils Rully bar-supplies What separates this expression fromBouchard Pre & Fils Rully is a white Burgundy Chardonnay from the Cte Chalonnaise appellation, bottled at 13% ABV in a standard 750ml format. Rated 91 points by Wine Spectator, this bottling showcases how a judicious 10% oak aging regimen can bridge the gap between racy minerality and gentle richness a hallmark of Rully at its best. Quick Facts: ABV: 13% Origin: Rully, Cte Chalonnaise, Burgundy, France White Burgundy (Chardonnay) Winery: Bouchard Pre