{"product_id":"hui-shou-shan-qi-yamazaki-55-nian","title":"Yamazaki Montilla Wine Cask The Essence of Suntory 55 Buyback","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhy is Yamazaki Montilla Wine Cask Essence 55 so rare?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMontilla is a fortified wine from Córdoba, Andalusia, Spain. While sharing origins with Sherry, it uses different grape varietals and production methods. Whiskies aged in such casks are inherently rare. Yamazaki's The Essence of Suntory No. 55 is an experimental release from Suntory's Essence series, primarily matured in Refill Montilla casks. It offers a lighter fruitiness and more restrained tannins compared to Sherry casks. Its experimental nature means it was never a mass-produced item, making it a valuable asset for current owners.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eYamazaki Montilla 55 Brand Context and Resale Value\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYamazaki, established in 1923 by Shinjiro Torii and part of Suntory, is Japan's first malt whisky distillery, located in Osaka Prefecture. It is renowned for its diverse maturation in American white oak bourbon casks, Spanish sherry casks, Japanese Mizunara oak casks, plum wine casks, and various red wine casks, leading to vastly different flavor profiles across batches. Since Yamazaki 12 Year Old won gold at the ISC in 2003, and Yamazaki Single Malt Sherry Cask was named the world's best whisky by Jim Murray in 2014, the international profile of the Yamazaki \u003cb\u003esingle malt\u003c\/b\u003e brand has steadily risen. Small-batch cask experiments like the Essence series have become highly sought after by serious collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between Montilla and Sherry casks?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMontilla\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSherry\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eCórdoba region, Spain\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eJerez region, Spain\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eMain Grape Varietal\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003ePrimarily Pedro Ximénez\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003ePrimarily Palomino\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eFortification Process\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eSome batches not fortified\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eGenerally fortified\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlavor Profile\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eLight fruitiness, subtly sweet\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eDark dried fruits, nutty notes\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFactors Affecting Yamazaki Montilla 55 Valuation\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssessment Item\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOptimal Condition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Deductions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eEssence No.55 Label\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eClear bottle and label number, matches Montilla version\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eBlurred number, doesn't match label\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"Montilla Wine Cask\" Lettering\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eCask type lettering intact and legible\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eWorn label, missing characters\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eLabel and Fill Level\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eFront and back labels flat, no yellowing; full shoulder fill level\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003ePeeling edges, oil stains, noticeable drop in fill level\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003ctd\u003e\u003cb\u003eEssence Original Box\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eOriginal box intact, no moisture damage\u003c\/td\u003e\u003ctd\u003eNo box, crushed or moldy box\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Prepare Yamazaki Montilla 55 for Resale\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eYamazaki Montilla 55 Resale Information\u003c\/b\u003e: Take clear photos of the front, back label, fill level, seal, and box certificate. WhatsApp them to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/85246135750\"\u003e46135750\u003c\/a\u003e. If you have the outer box, certificate, or old purchase records, please include them as well.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eAvoid Yamazaki Montilla 55 Being Mispriced as a Regular Edition\u003c\/b\u003e: The layout of the front and back labels, the neck seal, fill level, and box certificate are key. For Mizunara, Sherry, or single casks, bottle bottom and batch details are also worth photographing. We will then reply with a feasible resale price range based on market demand.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eYamazaki Montilla 55 Payment Method\u003c\/b\u003e: Once the Yamazaki Montilla 55 price is agreed upon, we can arrange for pick-up or in-store collection in Hong Kong, Kowloon, or the New Territories. After verification on-site, payment will be made in cash or via FPS immediately.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions Before Reselling Yamazaki Montilla 55\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How can I get the most accurate valuation for my Yamazaki Montilla 55?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Simply stating the whisky name is usually not enough. It's best to include clear photos of the fill level, seal, and any accessories. Buyers highly value the vintage, cask type, and old label styles, especially distinguishing Mizunara or single cask versions. The more complete the information, the more accurate the valuation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is whisky aged in Montilla casks rare?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: Yes. It is extremely rare among Japanese whiskies, mainly appearing in experimental cask releases from Suntory's Essence series. Only a few experimental versions exist in Scotland as well, making the overall quantity in existence limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How much market attention does a small-batch version like Essence No. 55 receive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA: It is an extremely small-batch experimental version, primarily collected by serious enthusiasts and collectors of the Essence series. Due to its limited circulation, the completeness of its original condition directly impacts its valuation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking to sell your Yamazaki Montilla 55, take clear photos of the bottle, outer box, and certificate separately, then send them to WhatsApp 46135750. If the price is suitable, we can arrange for pick-up or in-store collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3\u003eYamazaki Montilla 55 Similar Versions for Reference\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBefore selling Yamazaki Montilla 55, you can compare with:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/xiang-gang-gao-jia-hui-shou-shan-qi-wei-shi-ji\"\u003ehigh-value buyback of Yamazaki Refill Sherry Cask in Hong Kong\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/wei-shi-shi-ji-zhuan-ye-hui-shou-shan-qi-yamazaki-wei-shi-ji\"\u003ehigh-value buyback of Yamazaki Spanish Oak The Essence\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/hui-shou-shan-qi-bordeaux-wine-cask\"\u003eYamazaki Bordeaux Wine Cask\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEven within Yamazaki, different vintages, labels, and cask types directly affect valuation. Before selling, it's advisable to compare versions:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E9%AB%98%E5%83%B9%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E5%B1%B1%E5%B4%8Eyamazaki-55%E5%B9%B4\"\u003eYamazaki 55 Year Old high-value Buyback Value\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E5%B1%B1%E5%B4%8Eyamazaki%E8%92%B8%E9%A4%BE%E6%89%801991%E5%96%AE%E6%A1%B6%E5%8E%9F%E9%85%92\"\u003eYamazaki Distillery 1991 Single Cask Original Whisky Buyback Value\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E9%AB%98%E5%83%B9%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E5%B1%B1%E5%B4%8Eyamazaki-2013-%E6%B0%B4%E6%A5%A2%E6%A1%B6%E6%97%A5%E6%9C%AC%E5%A8%81%E5%A3%AB%E5%BF%8C\"\u003ehigh-value buyback of Yamazaki 2013 Mizunara Cask Japanese Whisky Buyback Value\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E5%B1%B1%E5%B4%8E-1986%E5%96%AE%E6%A1%B6\"\u003eYamazaki 1986 Single Cask Buyback Value\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/%E5%9B%9E%E6%94%B6%E5%B1%B1%E5%B4%8Eyamazaki-%E8%92%B8%E9%A4%BE%E6%89%801986%E5%96%AE%E6%A1%B6%E5%8E%9F%E9%85%92\"\u003eYamazaki Distillery 1986 Single Cask Original Whisky Buyback Value\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eYamazaki Montilla 55 More Market Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo learn more about market prices for different vintages and versions of Yamazaki, you can browse the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/%E5%B1%B1%E5%B4%8E%E7%B3%BB%E5%88%97\"\u003eYamazaki Full Vintage List\u003c\/a\u003e, or refer to the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/japanese-whisky\"\u003eJapanese Whisky Buyback Models List\u003c\/a\u003e, or enter the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/%E6%97%A5%E6%9C%AC%E5%A8%81%E5%A3%AB%E5%BF%8C\"\u003eJapanese Whisky Encyclopedia\u003c\/a\u003e series.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"威仕世忌","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44083138494681,"sku":null,"price":999999.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0642\/0014\/7161\/files\/Yamazaki-Montilla-Wine-Cask-The-Essence-of-Suntory-55.jpg?v=1694508424","url":"https:\/\/whiskyera.com\/en\/products\/yamazaki-montilla-wine-cask-the-essence-of-suntory-55-buyback","provider":"威仕世忌","version":"1.0","type":"link"}