Chateau d´Yquem 1996

Château d'Yquem 1996 – Premier Cru Supérieur

Name: Château d'Yquem
Vintage: 1996
Region: Sauternes, Bordeaux, France
Grape Variety: Predominantly Sémillon, with Sauvignon Blanc
Alcohol Content: Approx. 13.5%
Bottle Size: 750ml
Rating: Robert Parker (RP) 97 | Wine Spectator (WS) 96 | James Suckling (JS) 98

Tasting Notes
Château d'Yquem 1996 is a beautifully structured Sauternes with an impeccable balance of sweetness and acidity. It displays a rich golden hue with amber highlights and an expressive bouquet of dried apricots, honey, saffron, citrus zest, and caramelized pear. On the palate, it is luscious yet vibrant, offering layers of tropical fruit, toasted almonds, and spice, all wrapped in a silky texture that leads to a long, fresh, and elegant finish.

Vintage Highlights
The 1996 Bordeaux vintage was marked by ideal conditions for noble rot (botrytis cinerea), resulting in wines with exceptional purity, concentration, and freshness. Château d'Yquem 1996 is a stunning representation of this vintage, offering great aging potential and complexity.
✔ Outstanding purity and layered complexity
✔ Harmonious balance of sweetness and acidity
✔ Rich, velvety texture with an extended, refined finish
✔ A vintage celebrated for its freshness and long-term aging ability

Why It’s Special
Château d'Yquem 1996 is a benchmark for fine Sauternes, showcasing the estate’s unwavering commitment to excellence. Its remarkable depth, precision, and ability to evolve for decades make it a prized addition to any fine wine collection.

Storage & Serving
✔ Store in a temperature- and humidity-controlled environment
✔ Ideal serving temperature: 10-12°C (50-54°F)
✔ Decanting is not necessary, but serving in a proper dessert wine glass enhances its aromas

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