Château d'Yquem
3 Sauternes Sémillon-Sauvignon Blanc Blend
From a half-bottle. This was the pièce de résistance to our evening (although someone apparently opened a Gravner that I somehow missed). Anyway, the thing about d’Yquem is that you don’t have to love Sauternes to fall head over heels for it. This was liquid stars. The sheer density is out of this world. Loaded with tropical fruits, exotic honey, stone fruits and minerals. Gorgeously textured and brilliant acidity to make it all work. A forever finish. I don't know how a wine like this could ever die.
From a half-bottle. This was the pièce de résistance to our evening (although someone apparently opened a Gravner that I somehow missed). Anyway, the thing about d’Yquem is that you don’t have to love Sauternes to fall head over heels for it. This was liquid stars. The sheer density is out of this world. Loaded with tropical fruits, exotic honey, stone fruits and minerals. Gorgeously textured and brilliant acidity to make it all work. A forever finish. I don't know how a wine like this could ever die.
Jun 19th, 2023There is wine and then there is WINE. Sheer perfection just like the 2009, the 2001, the ... 1921 and yes the 2015. Bow and be grateful.
There is wine and then there is WINE. Sheer perfection just like the 2009, the 2001, the ... 1921 and yes the 2015. Bow and be grateful.
Apr 26th, 2021Sweet yet subtle with notes of apricot. Pairs perfectly with a foie gras. Plum and a light mineral finish
Sweet yet subtle with notes of apricot. Pairs perfectly with a foie gras. Plum and a light mineral finish
Jan 1st, 2022This vintage had more minerality than one might expect; a perfect accompaniment to cheese fondue nonetheless. Typical long finish and syrupy texture, with a bit of nutmeg and lemon on the nose.
This vintage had more minerality than one might expect; a perfect accompaniment to cheese fondue nonetheless. Typical long finish and syrupy texture, with a bit of nutmeg and lemon on the nose.
Dec 28th, 2020Perfect pairing with dessert. Lovely end to a meal
Perfect pairing with dessert. Lovely end to a meal
Jun 13th, 2020🤯! Deep gold colored. Aromas of pineapple, honey and grated nutmeg. Dried apricots, tropical fruits and superb finish. 99 points James Suckling- Merry Christmas!
🤯! Deep gold colored. Aromas of pineapple, honey and grated nutmeg. Dried apricots, tropical fruits and superb finish. 99 points James Suckling- Merry Christmas!
Dec 25th, 2019