2017 Chateau d'Yquem
Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon
France / Bordeaux / Graves / Sauternes
WINEMAKER NOTES
2017 Chateau d’Yquem – Precision and Freshness in Modern Sauternes
The 2017 Chateau d’Yquem is a compelling modern expression from the world’s most revered Sauternes estate. Produced under challenging conditions that demanded rigorous selection, this vintage emphasizes purity, balance, and clarity over sheer richness, highlighting the estate’s uncompromising standards and technical mastery.
Tasting Notes
The wine opens with lifted aromas of apricot, citrus peel, white peach, and acacia honey. On the palate, it is poised and vibrant, delivering layered stone fruit and subtle spice supported by precise acidity. The texture is refined rather than opulent, with a long, clean finish that underscores freshness, mineral tension, and remarkable balance.
Winemaking & Vineyard Details
The blend is dominated by Semillon with a smaller portion of Sauvignon Blanc, sourced from meticulously farmed gravel and clay-limestone parcels. Grapes affected by noble rot were harvested in successive passes to ensure optimal concentration and freshness. Fermentation and aging in new French oak barrels enhance complexity while preserving the wine’s natural energy.
Investment & Collectibility
Chateau d’Yquem occupies a singular position in the fine wine world, and even in lower-yielding years, demand remains global and consistent. The 2017 vintage appeals to collectors seeking precision-driven Sauternes with long-term aging potential and historical significance.
Vintage Insights & Accolades
Despite a difficult growing season, careful selection and ideal late conditions allowed d’Yquem to produce a wine marked by finesse and longevity. Critics highlight its balance and classical restraint.
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Shipping Information
Domestic Shipping
We ship wine to eligible U.S. states via UPS or FedEx. Orders placed Monday through Thursday before 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time typically ship the same day. Orders placed after the shipping cutoff will be scheduled for the next available shipping day.
Los Angeles Delivery
Same-day delivery may be available within the Los Angeles area Monday through Friday for orders placed before 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time. Please contact us to confirm availability and delivery arrangements.
Packaging & Temperature
Wine is packed in protective EPS foam shipping containers, with gel packs used when appropriate. Original Wooden Cases (OWC) are shipped separately to help protect both the wine and the wooden case during transit.
Because wine is temperature-sensitive, we may recommend expedited shipping or holding an order when weather conditions present an elevated risk. Please review our Temperature Protection & Shipping Policy for additional information.
Weather Holds & Storage
During periods of extreme heat or cold, shipments may be delayed until conditions improve. Customers may also request that an order be held for a later shipping date.
Complimentary temperature-controlled storage is available for up to 6 months from the date of purchase. Select the available weather-hold option at checkout or contact us to coordinate a future shipment.
Shipping Protection
Shipping protection for loss or visible damage in transit is included with eligible shipments, subject to applicable terms and carrier requirements. Temperature-related deterioration is not covered.
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International Shipping
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Where We Ship
We currently ship wine to the following U.S. states:
Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.
Shipping laws and carrier availability may change. If your state is not available as a shipping destination at checkout, please contact us to confirm current eligibility.
2017 Chateau d’Yquem – Precision and Freshness in Modern Sauternes
The 2017 Chateau d’Yquem is a compelling modern expression from the world’s most revered Sauternes estate. Produced under challenging conditions that demanded rigorous selection, this vintage emphasizes purity, balance, and clarity over sheer richness, highlighting the estate’s uncompromising standards and technical mastery.
Tasting Notes
The wine opens with lifted aromas of apricot, citrus peel, white peach, and acacia honey. On the palate, it is poised and vibrant, delivering layered stone fruit and subtle spice supported by precise acidity. The texture is refined rather than opulent, with a long, clean finish that underscores freshness, mineral tension, and remarkable balance.
Winemaking & Vineyard Details
The blend is dominated by Semillon with a smaller portion of Sauvignon Blanc, sourced from meticulously farmed gravel and clay-limestone parcels. Grapes affected by noble rot were harvested in successive passes to ensure optimal concentration and freshness. Fermentation and aging in new French oak barrels enhance complexity while preserving the wine’s natural energy.
Investment & Collectibility
Chateau d’Yquem occupies a singular position in the fine wine world, and even in lower-yielding years, demand remains global and consistent. The 2017 vintage appeals to collectors seeking precision-driven Sauternes with long-term aging potential and historical significance.
Vintage Insights & Accolades
Despite a difficult growing season, careful selection and ideal late conditions allowed d’Yquem to produce a wine marked by finesse and longevity. Critics highlight its balance and classical restraint.
Explore Related Collections
2017 Chateau d’Yquem – Precision and Freshness in Modern Sauternes
The 2017 Chateau d’Yquem is a compelling modern expression from the world’s most revered Sauternes estate. Produced under challenging conditions that demanded rigorous selection, this vintage emphasizes purity, balance, and clarity over sheer richness, highlighting the estate’s uncompromising standards and technical mastery.
Tasting Notes
The wine opens with lifted aromas of apricot, citrus peel, white peach, and acacia honey. On the palate, it is poised and vibrant, delivering layered stone fruit and subtle spice supported by precise acidity. The texture is refined rather than opulent, with a long, clean finish that underscores freshness, mineral tension, and remarkable balance.
Winemaking & Vineyard Details
The blend is dominated by Semillon with a smaller portion of Sauvignon Blanc, sourced from meticulously farmed gravel and clay-limestone parcels. Grapes affected by noble rot were harvested in successive passes to ensure optimal concentration and freshness. Fermentation and aging in new French oak barrels enhance complexity while preserving the wine’s natural energy.
Investment & Collectibility
Chateau d’Yquem occupies a singular position in the fine wine world, and even in lower-yielding years, demand remains global and consistent. The 2017 vintage appeals to collectors seeking precision-driven Sauternes with long-term aging potential and historical significance.
Vintage Insights & Accolades
Despite a difficult growing season, careful selection and ideal late conditions allowed d’Yquem to produce a wine marked by finesse and longevity. Critics highlight its balance and classical restraint.
Explore Related Collections
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