Some of the wine is immediately bottled after the plums are removed and sold as “Umeshu Nouveau” for customers wanting to savor its freshness. “We can get good plums in Wakayama Prefecture ...

Blend until smooth. Add the syrup, plum wine, and lemon juice and continue processing. Pour the mixture into a 13x9x2-inch nonaluminum or glass baking pan. Freeze for about 1 1/2 hours.