2016 Chateau d'Yquem
Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon
France / Bordeaux / Graves / Sauternes
WINEMAKER NOTES
2016 Chateau dYquem – Precision and Freshness in Modern Sauternes
The 2016 Chateau dYquem represents a modern expression of Sauternes defined by balance, energy, and remarkable clarity. Produced under the estate’s uncompromising standards, this vintage highlights dYquem’s ability to combine richness with lift, resulting in a wine that is both immediately captivating and built for extended aging.
Tasting Notes
The nose opens with vibrant aromas of apricot, pineapple, citrus peel, and acacia honey, layered with subtle spice and floral tones. On the palate, the wine is concentrated yet exceptionally fresh, offering flavors of stone fruit, candied orange, and almond. Bright acidity provides tension and definition, carrying through a long, refined finish marked by purity rather than excess sweetness.
Winemaking & Vineyard Details
Dominated by Semillon with a portion of Sauvignon Blanc, the 2016 vintage was harvested through multiple selective passes to capture botrytized fruit at optimal ripeness. Fermentation and aging take place in new French oak barrels, allowing complexity to develop while preserving the wine’s natural vibrancy and structure.
Investment & Collectibility
Chateau dYquem remains the most consistently sought-after sweet wine in the world, with a long record of appreciation and global demand. The 2016 vintage, praised for its precision and aging potential, stands as a compelling option for collectors focused on long-term cellar performance.
Vintage Insights & Accolades
The 2016 growing season delivered ideal conditions for noble rot development, producing wines of exceptional balance and freshness. Critics highlight this release for its restraint, elegance, and structural integrity.
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2016 Chateau dYquem – Precision and Freshness in Modern Sauternes
The 2016 Chateau dYquem represents a modern expression of Sauternes defined by balance, energy, and remarkable clarity. Produced under the estate’s uncompromising standards, this vintage highlights dYquem’s ability to combine richness with lift, resulting in a wine that is both immediately captivating and built for extended aging.
Tasting Notes
The nose opens with vibrant aromas of apricot, pineapple, citrus peel, and acacia honey, layered with subtle spice and floral tones. On the palate, the wine is concentrated yet exceptionally fresh, offering flavors of stone fruit, candied orange, and almond. Bright acidity provides tension and definition, carrying through a long, refined finish marked by purity rather than excess sweetness.
Winemaking & Vineyard Details
Dominated by Semillon with a portion of Sauvignon Blanc, the 2016 vintage was harvested through multiple selective passes to capture botrytized fruit at optimal ripeness. Fermentation and aging take place in new French oak barrels, allowing complexity to develop while preserving the wine’s natural vibrancy and structure.
Investment & Collectibility
Chateau dYquem remains the most consistently sought-after sweet wine in the world, with a long record of appreciation and global demand. The 2016 vintage, praised for its precision and aging potential, stands as a compelling option for collectors focused on long-term cellar performance.
Vintage Insights & Accolades
The 2016 growing season delivered ideal conditions for noble rot development, producing wines of exceptional balance and freshness. Critics highlight this release for its restraint, elegance, and structural integrity.
Explore Related Collections
2016 Chateau dYquem – Precision and Freshness in Modern Sauternes
The 2016 Chateau dYquem represents a modern expression of Sauternes defined by balance, energy, and remarkable clarity. Produced under the estate’s uncompromising standards, this vintage highlights dYquem’s ability to combine richness with lift, resulting in a wine that is both immediately captivating and built for extended aging.
Tasting Notes
The nose opens with vibrant aromas of apricot, pineapple, citrus peel, and acacia honey, layered with subtle spice and floral tones. On the palate, the wine is concentrated yet exceptionally fresh, offering flavors of stone fruit, candied orange, and almond. Bright acidity provides tension and definition, carrying through a long, refined finish marked by purity rather than excess sweetness.
Winemaking & Vineyard Details
Dominated by Semillon with a portion of Sauvignon Blanc, the 2016 vintage was harvested through multiple selective passes to capture botrytized fruit at optimal ripeness. Fermentation and aging take place in new French oak barrels, allowing complexity to develop while preserving the wine’s natural vibrancy and structure.
Investment & Collectibility
Chateau dYquem remains the most consistently sought-after sweet wine in the world, with a long record of appreciation and global demand. The 2016 vintage, praised for its precision and aging potential, stands as a compelling option for collectors focused on long-term cellar performance.
Vintage Insights & Accolades
The 2016 growing season delivered ideal conditions for noble rot development, producing wines of exceptional balance and freshness. Critics highlight this release for its restraint, elegance, and structural integrity.
Explore Related Collections
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