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Château d'Yquem

Château d'Yquem Sauternes

Name: Château d'Yquem Sauternes
Brand: Château d'Yquem
Price: null USD
Rating: 4.85 (0 reviews)

France, Bordeaux

White dessert wine

4.8

Expert Rating

4.7

Most Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Château d'Yquem Sauternes is one of the most highly acclaimed sweet wines in the world. Hailing from the Sauternes region of Bordeaux, this luscious, golden-hued wine is crafted from a blend of Semillon, and Sauvignon Blanc grapes that have been affected by "noble rot," a process of berry dehydration brought on by the cooler nights and morning mists of the region. Rich and complex, Château d'Yquem Sauternes is packed with aromas of ripe tropical fruit, honey, and ginger, with a unique combination of sweet, tangy, and fresh flavors. On the palate, it is smooth and creamy, with a balanced, long finish. This is a wine that needs to be savored, and is sure to be a hit at any dinner party.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Château d'Yquem Sauternes has an intense, golden yellow color.On the nose, it has aromas of honey, tropical fruits, and a hint of citrus. On the palate, the wine is rich and silky, with flavors of honey, pineapple, and apricot. The finish is long and balanced, with a lingering sweetness. Overall, this is an excellent example of a classic Sauternes.

EXPERT RATING

4.8

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Profile

Sweetness:

Luscious

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

High

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Intense

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Rich

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Searing

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

No tannin

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Sauvignon Blanc

ORIGINS

Winery: Château d'Yquem

Region: Bordeaux

Bordeaux is a renowned French wine region located in the southwest of the country, along the Atlantic coast. It is one of the world’s most famous and prestigious wine regions, renowned for its high-quality wines and centuries-old winemaking tradition. The history of winemaking in Bordeaux dates back to the 8th century, when the region was first planted with vines. Over the centuries, the region has become renowned for its high-quality wines, and today it is one of the most important wine regions in the world.

CUSTOMER RATING

4.7

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