1986 d'Yquem Ygrec Y
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The 1986 Ygrec was showing splendidly after more than 30 years. It has developed an intriguing petrol-like nose that you might well pin down as a mature Riesling, though it is complex and well defined, developing complementary scents of mandarin and lanolin with time. The palate has impressive weight in the mouth, notes of dried pineapple, hazelnut, lemon rind and white pepper, later a touch of star anise on the finish. It is very well balanced, an Ygrec that has developed real personality. Captivating! Tasted June 2017.
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Jancis Robinson MW
Neal Martin, Wine Advocate
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Rich and sweet seeming. Waxy, rich and deep – quite different from the Haut-Brion whites. Not heavy. (JR)
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.