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Tasting Notes
A golden, straw hue. The nose is just a little predictable and linear compared to the other Yquem's that I have tasted. White flowers, acacia, rather like a sweet Auslese! The palate is lively, rich, moderate acidity and just rather linear. For me, an Yquem treading water. Drink now-2020. Tasted November 2006. Neal Martin, eRobertParker.com
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Neal Martin
Jancis Robinson MW
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And finally a particularly forward vintage of this superlative wine which showed all the richness and concentration that Yquem can muster even if not much nerve or tension. It stood up beautifully to the Roquefort served with it, cleverly and successfully sandwiched in sweet apple slices. Jancis Robinson, jancisrobinson.com
Space limitations preclude including tasting notes. Apr 2005, www.robertparker.com
About the producer
The undisputed finest sweet wine in the world, Château d'Yquem is the only Premier Cru Supérieur estate in Sauternes, classified in 1855. With a long history stretching back to the Middle Ages, the château is entwined with that of the Lur-Saluces family – who remain involved today.