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1989 Chateau dYquem wine Sauternes France sold by Angry Wine Merchant
1989 Chateau d'Yquem
1995 Château d'Yquem - Angry Wine Merchant
1995 Château d'Yquem - Angry Wine Merchant
1995 Château d'Yquem - Angry Wine Merchant
1995 Château d'Yquem - Angry Wine Merchant
1995 Château d'Yquem - Angry Wine Merchant

1989 Chateau d'Yquem

Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon

France / Bordeaux / Graves  / Sauternes

$625
RP 99
V 97
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1er Grand Cru Classé Supérieur

1989 Chateau d’Yquem – Benchmark Sauternes of Power and Longevity

The 1989 Chateau d’Yquem stands among the estate’s most profound late-20th-century expressions, illustrating the extraordinary balance between richness and structure that defines this singular Premier Cru Superieur. Produced in Sauternes under exceptional conditions, the wine reflects both the generosity of the vintage and the discipline that has long set d’Yquem apart.

Tasting Notes

The aromatics unfold with layers of apricot, pineapple, orange peel, and honey, complemented by saffron and toasted almond. On the palate, the wine is remarkably concentrated yet lifted, with vibrant acidity providing clarity and momentum. Notes of candied citrus, stone fruit, and caramelized sugar carry through a long, seamless finish that continues to evolve decades after harvest.

Winemaking & Vineyard Details

Predominantly Semillon with a smaller proportion of Sauvignon Blanc, the 1989 was harvested in multiple passes to capture grapes at optimal botrytized maturity. Fermentation and aging in new French oak barrels added structure without overpowering the fruit. The estate’s gravel and clay soils, combined with meticulous selection, contributed to the wine’s precision and longevity.

Investment & Collectibility

Chateau d’Yquem remains one of the most consistently traded and globally recognized sweet wines in the world. The 1989 vintage is especially prized for its balance and durability, maintaining strong demand among collectors seeking proven long-term cellar performance.

Vintage Insights & Accolades

The 1989 growing season provided ideal conditions for noble rot development, resulting in exceptional concentration paired with freshness. Critics have repeatedly highlighted this wine as one of the estate’s standout modern-era releases.

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RP 99

Robert Parker Wine Advocate

One of the high points of this vertical tasting, the 1989 d'Yquem is a magical wine offering up a complex, refined bouquet with aromas of quince, apricot, pineapple, menthol, flowers and white truffles, followed by a full-bodied, concentrated and seamless palate, pure and vibrant structure and lively acids, concluding with a long, perfumed, ethereal finish. Reviewed by Yohan Castaing, Issue date: October 2023. Drinking window: 2023 - 2050.
V 97

Vinous

To finish, back on “home turf” with the 1989 Yquem. It is a vintage I have drunk many times in recent years: quince, apricots, honey and saffron burst forth on the nose with brilliant delineation. The palate is a little tauter than in previous bottles, with marmalade and quince to the fore and an energetic, poised, intense finish that lingers in the mouth. It's not the best bottle I’ve had, but it's not far off! Reviewed by Neal Martin, Issue date: September 2024. Drinking window: 2024 - 2060.

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RP 99

Robert Parker Wine Advocate

One of the high points of this vertical tasting, the 1989 d'Yquem is a magical wine offering up a complex, refined bouquet with aromas of quince, apricot, pineapple, menthol, flowers and white truffles, followed by a full-bodied, concentrated and seamless palate, pure and vibrant structure and lively acids, concluding with a long, perfumed, ethereal finish. Reviewed by Yohan Castaing, Issue date: October 2023. Drinking window: 2023 - 2050.
V 97

Vinous

To finish, back on “home turf” with the 1989 Yquem. It is a vintage I have drunk many times in recent years: quince, apricots, honey and saffron burst forth on the nose with brilliant delineation. The palate is a little tauter than in previous bottles, with marmalade and quince to the fore and an energetic, poised, intense finish that lingers in the mouth. It's not the best bottle I’ve had, but it's not far off! Reviewed by Neal Martin, Issue date: September 2024. Drinking window: 2024 - 2060.

1989 Chateau d’Yquem – Benchmark Sauternes of Power and Longevity

The 1989 Chateau d’Yquem stands among the estate’s most profound late-20th-century expressions, illustrating the extraordinary balance between richness and structure that defines this singular Premier Cru Superieur. Produced in Sauternes under exceptional conditions, the wine reflects both the generosity of the vintage and the discipline that has long set d’Yquem apart.

Tasting Notes

The aromatics unfold with layers of apricot, pineapple, orange peel, and honey, complemented by saffron and toasted almond. On the palate, the wine is remarkably concentrated yet lifted, with vibrant acidity providing clarity and momentum. Notes of candied citrus, stone fruit, and caramelized sugar carry through a long, seamless finish that continues to evolve decades after harvest.

Winemaking & Vineyard Details

Predominantly Semillon with a smaller proportion of Sauvignon Blanc, the 1989 was harvested in multiple passes to capture grapes at optimal botrytized maturity. Fermentation and aging in new French oak barrels added structure without overpowering the fruit. The estate’s gravel and clay soils, combined with meticulous selection, contributed to the wine’s precision and longevity.

Investment & Collectibility

Chateau d’Yquem remains one of the most consistently traded and globally recognized sweet wines in the world. The 1989 vintage is especially prized for its balance and durability, maintaining strong demand among collectors seeking proven long-term cellar performance.

Vintage Insights & Accolades

The 1989 growing season provided ideal conditions for noble rot development, resulting in exceptional concentration paired with freshness. Critics have repeatedly highlighted this wine as one of the estate’s standout modern-era releases.

Explore Related Collections

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