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Château d'Yquem 2021

    Château d'Yquem 2021

    Bordeaux • Sauternes • Premier Cru Supérieur • White

    £552.00 tax included
    £552.00 tax included
    £184.00 / unit
    Packaging : 3 x 37.5cl - Wooden Case

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    Description

    • Country France
    • Region Bordeaux
    • Appellation Sauternes
    • Color White
    • Alcohol 13
    • Vintage 2021
    • Grape varieties 65% Semillon, 35% Sauvignon Blanc

    Château d'Yquem, located in the prestigious Sauternes region of Bordeaux, is renowned as one of the world's finest producers of sweet wines. This Premier Cru Supérieur, crafted from Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc grapes, embodies the excellence and richness of the Bordeaux terroir. Each vintage tells a unique story, and 2021 is no exception, offering an unforgettable sensory experience.

    Ratings

    Ratings

    • Parker (WA) 95/100
    • Vinous 96/100
    • James Suckling 100/100
    Notes and pairings

    Notes and pairings

    Tasting notes

    Appearance: A beautiful, bright, and radiant golden color. Nose: A complex bouquet of candied fruit, dried apricots, and honey. Palate: Rich and velvety, it offers notes of exotic fruit and white flowers, with a lovely acidity that balances the sweetness. Finish: Long and persistent, it leaves a sweet and aromatic impression on the palate.

    Food & wine pairings

    This wine pairs wonderfully with refined dishes such as foie gras or fruit desserts.
    Producer

    Producer

    The Château d'Yquem vineyard is unique, cultivated on sun-drenched slopes that benefit from a microclimate ideal for noble rot. The soils, rich in clay and limestone, promote the expression of the Semillon and Sauvignon Blanc grape varieties. The vines, some several decades old, are meticulously tended, respecting the principles of sustainable viticulture. The proximity of the Garonne River and the Landes region creates a humidity conducive to the development of Botrytis cinerea, essential for the production of these exceptional sweet wines.

    Owner and history

    Château d'Yquem is currently owned by LVMH, a luxury group that has preserved the heritage and renown of this legendary estate. Under the management of the house, a commitment to excellence and the pursuit of perfection are at the heart of its production philosophy. The teams work with passion to maintain Yquem's reputation as one of the world's greatest wines, while integrating sustainable and environmentally responsible practices.

    Vinification and aging

    Winemaking at Château d'Yquem is a meticulous and delicate process. The hand-harvested grapes are carefully sorted to retain only those berries affected by noble rot. After gentle pressing, the must ferments in oak barrels, where it develops its aromatic complexity. Aging lasts several years, allowing the wine to refine its aromas and gain in harmony. Each step is carried out with particular attention, following the château's time-honored traditions, to guarantee the exceptional quality of each vintage.

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    The team's opinion

    The 2021 Château d'Yquem is distinguished by its exceptional purity, combining crystalline freshness with rare aromatic depth. A vintage of remarkable precision, already irresistible.

    • Serving temperature 8–10 °C

    • Climax 2030 à 2070

    Wine profile

    • sweet
    • complex
    • floral