Chateau d'Yquem 2020 - 1.5 Litre Bottle

Château d'Yquem is a prestigious Premier Cru Classé Supérieur sweet white wine from the Sauternes appellation in the Graves region of Bordeaux, France. Admired worldwide since the 18th century, the estate holds the unique distinction of being the only property granted this top tier status in the original 1855 classification.

Wine Description

In the glass, this exceptional vintage reveals a pale lemon gold colour. The nose is extraordinarily complex and ethereal, slowly releasing a bouquet of white peaches, nectarines, and fresh apricots intricately intertwined with floral scents of honeysuckle, lilacs, and wild rose, alongside exotic top notes of pineapple, candied ginger, and saffron. On the palate, the wine is full bodied and characteristically rich, yet it delivers a beautifully balanced, unctuous texture that never feels heavy or cloying. Instead, a vibrant, racy acidity cuts through the sweetness, imparting incredible tension, freshness, and purity.

Accolades

• Wine Spectator - 95 points

• Vinous - 94 points

• Decanter - 96 points