Chateau d´Yquem 2021

Château d'Yquem 2021 – Premier Cru Supérieur

Name: Château d'Yquem
Vintage: 2021
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 2021 is a beautifully refined Sauternes, displaying a radiant golden hue with shimmering amber reflections. The nose is vibrant and complex, revealing aromas of honeyed apricots, citrus zest, saffron, vanilla bean, and delicate floral undertones. On the palate, it is elegantly rich yet fresh, offering layers of tropical fruit, crème brûlée, and toasted almonds. The wine’s bright acidity enhances its structure, leading to a long, graceful, and lingering finish.

Vintage Highlights
The 2021 vintage in Sauternes saw a cooler growing season, which allowed for slow and precise botrytis development. This resulted in wines of remarkable purity, freshness, and structure, making Château d'Yquem 2021 an exceptional vintage.
✔ Outstanding aromatic intensity and complexity
✔ Perfect balance between sweetness and acidity
✔ Silky texture with a refined, prolonged finish
✔ A vintage celebrated for its freshness and extraordinary aging potential

Why It’s Special
Château d'Yquem 2021 continues the estate’s tradition of crafting world-class Sauternes, blending power with finesse. Its exceptional depth, vibrancy, and longevity make it a must-have for collectors and fine wine enthusiasts.

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

Availability
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