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2019 Chateau d'Yquem

Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon

France / Bordeaux / Graves  / Sauternes

¥62,700
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1er Grand Cru Classé Supérieur

2019 Chateau d'Yquem – Modern Precision from a Sauternes Icon

The 2019 Chateau d'Yquem represents a refined and contemporary expression of the world’s most celebrated Sauternes estate. Produced only when conditions meet the house’s uncompromising standards, this vintage emphasizes purity, balance, and controlled richness, reflecting both the evolution of the estate and the unique character of the growing season.

Tasting Notes

The aromatics are lifted and detailed, showing ripe apricot, candied citrus peel, acacia honey, and subtle floral notes. On the palate, the wine is layered yet precise, combining stone fruit, citrus oil, and gentle spice with vibrant acidity. The texture is seamless, and the finish is long and focused, defined by clarity rather than excess weight.

Winemaking & Vineyard Details

Dominated by Semillon with a portion of Sauvignon Blanc, the wine is crafted from grapes harvested through multiple selective passes to capture berries affected by noble rot at optimal balance. Fermentation and aging in new French oak barrels enhance complexity while preserving freshness and structural definition.

Investment & Collectibility

Chateau d'Yquem remains unparalleled among sweet wines for its consistency and global demand. The 2019 vintage, with its modern profile and strong critical reception, offers long-term aging potential and continued relevance within fine wine investment portfolios.

Vintage Insights & Accolades

The 2019 season allowed for controlled botrytis development, producing wines marked by purity and tension. Early critical responses emphasize finesse, balance, and longevity.

Explore Related Collections

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Vinous

Owners LVMH took the decision to delay the release of the 2019 Yquem until spring 2022. It was tasted with winemaker Sandrine Garbay in London. After the summer drought when Sauternes received just 2.5mm of rain until 26 July, that day saw a 112mm deluge that replenished underground reserves and gave ripening the push it needed. Dry and warm conditions prevailed throughout September when there was no sign of botrytis infection. That was finally provoked by 38mm of rain between 21 and 25 of September, followed by warm clement weather. After minor picking of Sauvignon Blanc on 7 of October, the main harvest began in earnest on 10 October. Pickers worked over the following five days, including Sunday. Time was of the essence because, as forecasts predicted, the weather suddenly changed on 14 of October with 40mm or rain. After that, the picking teams skirted between showers between 17 and 22 of October, though by now the fruit had begun to deteriorate. Therefore, the key aspect of this Yquem is the extremely tight picking window. The final blend contains 138g/L residual sugar, which is slightly less than the previous vintage, with 5.5g/L total acidity and 14.4% alcohol. Tasting the 2019, I noticed that it has a slightly paler hue compared to recent vintages (though I never read too much into the colour of young Sauternes.) For certain, it has a highly-aromatic bouquet that is beguiling in purity, enticing aromas of honeysuckle and saffron, soon joined by camomile, white flowers and orange blossom. It has wonderful delineation and gains intensity with aeration. The palate is supremely well-balanced with fine bead of acidity. Very harmonious and armed with just the right amount of viscosity, this Yquem is surprisingly understated at first but gains presence, offering irresistible flavours of layers of honey, lemongrass, lemon thyme and orange pith. Yquem is so tempting in its youth, but I feel that this vintage will repay those with the nous to cellar for at least a decade. Reviewed by Neal Martin, Issue date: February 2022. Drinking window: 2032 - 2080.

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  • WINEMAKER NOTES
V 98

Vinous

Owners LVMH took the decision to delay the release of the 2019 Yquem until spring 2022. It was tasted with winemaker Sandrine Garbay in London. After the summer drought when Sauternes received just 2.5mm of rain until 26 July, that day saw a 112mm deluge that replenished underground reserves and gave ripening the push it needed. Dry and warm conditions prevailed throughout September when there was no sign of botrytis infection. That was finally provoked by 38mm of rain between 21 and 25 of September, followed by warm clement weather. After minor picking of Sauvignon Blanc on 7 of October, the main harvest began in earnest on 10 October. Pickers worked over the following five days, including Sunday. Time was of the essence because, as forecasts predicted, the weather suddenly changed on 14 of October with 40mm or rain. After that, the picking teams skirted between showers between 17 and 22 of October, though by now the fruit had begun to deteriorate. Therefore, the key aspect of this Yquem is the extremely tight picking window. The final blend contains 138g/L residual sugar, which is slightly less than the previous vintage, with 5.5g/L total acidity and 14.4% alcohol. Tasting the 2019, I noticed that it has a slightly paler hue compared to recent vintages (though I never read too much into the colour of young Sauternes.) For certain, it has a highly-aromatic bouquet that is beguiling in purity, enticing aromas of honeysuckle and saffron, soon joined by camomile, white flowers and orange blossom. It has wonderful delineation and gains intensity with aeration. The palate is supremely well-balanced with fine bead of acidity. Very harmonious and armed with just the right amount of viscosity, this Yquem is surprisingly understated at first but gains presence, offering irresistible flavours of layers of honey, lemongrass, lemon thyme and orange pith. Yquem is so tempting in its youth, but I feel that this vintage will repay those with the nous to cellar for at least a decade. Reviewed by Neal Martin, Issue date: February 2022. Drinking window: 2032 - 2080.

2019 Chateau d'Yquem – Modern Precision from a Sauternes Icon

The 2019 Chateau d'Yquem represents a refined and contemporary expression of the world’s most celebrated Sauternes estate. Produced only when conditions meet the house’s uncompromising standards, this vintage emphasizes purity, balance, and controlled richness, reflecting both the evolution of the estate and the unique character of the growing season.

Tasting Notes

The aromatics are lifted and detailed, showing ripe apricot, candied citrus peel, acacia honey, and subtle floral notes. On the palate, the wine is layered yet precise, combining stone fruit, citrus oil, and gentle spice with vibrant acidity. The texture is seamless, and the finish is long and focused, defined by clarity rather than excess weight.

Winemaking & Vineyard Details

Dominated by Semillon with a portion of Sauvignon Blanc, the wine is crafted from grapes harvested through multiple selective passes to capture berries affected by noble rot at optimal balance. Fermentation and aging in new French oak barrels enhance complexity while preserving freshness and structural definition.

Investment & Collectibility

Chateau d'Yquem remains unparalleled among sweet wines for its consistency and global demand. The 2019 vintage, with its modern profile and strong critical reception, offers long-term aging potential and continued relevance within fine wine investment portfolios.

Vintage Insights & Accolades

The 2019 season allowed for controlled botrytis development, producing wines marked by purity and tension. Early critical responses emphasize finesse, balance, and longevity.

Explore Related Collections

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