2021 Ch D’Yquem Sauternes 750ml, Bordeaux

The 2021 d'Yquem exhibits a complex bouquet of rose, exotic fruits and mandarin orange mingled with spring flowers, rose and crème brûlée, followed by a medium to full-bodied, ample and seamless palate that's suave and layered, with a deep core and a long finish that's lent definition by delicate bitterness that offsets the 148 grams per liter residual sugar. This blend of 65% Sémillon and 35% Sauvignon Blanc was matured, as usual, in all new barrels, but the new oak is perfectly integrated and barely noticeable.

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The 2021 Château d'Yquem is a blend of 65% Sémillon and 35% Sauvignon Blanc. It contains 148 grams per liter of residual sugar, making it the sweetest Yquem since 2017. The wine was matured in 100% new French oak barrels, a hallmark of the estate's winemaking process

This vintage exhibits a complex bouquet of rose, exotic fruits, and mandarin orange, mingled with spring flowers and crème brûlée. On the palate, it is medium to full-bodied, with a seamless and layered texture. The wine's sweetness is balanced by a delicate bitterness, lending definition to its long finish

Château d’Yquem Sauternes is a legendary sweet wine from Bordeaux, known worldwide for its opulence, complexity, and unrivaled quality. Nestled in the Sauternes appellation, Château d’Yquem has a history dating back to the late 16th century and has been synonymous with excellence for centuries. As the only estate classified as Premier Cru Supérieur in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification, it holds a place of unparalleled prestige in the world of wine.

Crafted from a blend of Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc, Château d’Yquem’s magic lies in its embrace of noble rot (Botrytis cinerea). This natural phenomenon concentrates the sugars and flavors in the grapes, resulting in a wine of extraordinary richness and balance. Every aspect of the winemaking process is meticulously managed, from hand-harvesting grape by grape to aging in fine French oak barrels for up to three years. The result is a wine that can age for decades—some say centuries—continuing to evolve and enchant.

In the glass, Château d’Yquem reveals a golden hue as radiant as the Bordeaux sun. The nose is a complex symphony of honey, apricot, marmalade, and exotic spices, with subtle floral and mineral undertones. On the palate, its luxurious texture unfolds layers of ripe stone fruit, caramel, citrus zest, and a touch of almond, all balanced by a refreshing acidity. Pair it with foie gras, blue cheese, or even savor it as a dessert on its own.