2021 Chateau d'Yquem
Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon
France / Bordeaux / Graves / Sauternes
WINEMAKER NOTES
2021 Chateau d’Yquem – The Benchmark of Sauternes
The 2021 Chateau d’Yquem reaffirms its status as the world’s most celebrated sweet wine. As the only Premier Cru Supérieur in the 1855 Classification, Yquem has long set the standard for Sauternes and ranks among the greatest wines of Bordeaux. The 2021 vintage, marked by careful selection and perfect noble rot development, offers extraordinary finesse, precision, and longevity.
Tasting Notes
The wine opens with aromas of honeysuckle, orange marmalade, and white peach, complemented by notes of candied ginger, apricot, and vanilla bean. The palate is rich yet balanced, with layers of exotic fruit, vibrant acidity, and a long, seamless finish. Its interplay of sweetness and freshness defines the timeless style of Yquem.
Winemaking & Vineyard Details
The 2021 Yquem is composed predominantly of Sémillon with a smaller proportion of Sauvignon Blanc, harvested berry by berry in multiple passes to ensure optimal botrytis character. Fermentation takes place in new French oak barrels, followed by aging for nearly two years in the château’s cellars. The estate’s gravelly and clay-limestone soils on the highest point of Sauternes contribute to its exceptional complexity.
Investment & Collectibility
Recognized globally as the pinnacle of sweet wine, the 2021 Chateau d’Yquem is both a hedonistic experience and a reliable investment. Its rarity, pedigree, and track record for decades of graceful aging make it one of the most sought-after wines in the world. Perfect for your collection.
Vintage Insights
The 2021 vintage in Sauternes was defined by selective harvesting and the perfect alignment of autumn conditions for noble rot. Yquem’s meticulous attention to detail produced a wine of extraordinary purity and balance, showcasing the estate’s unrivaled expertise.
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2021 Chateau d’Yquem – The Benchmark of Sauternes
The 2021 Chateau d’Yquem reaffirms its status as the world’s most celebrated sweet wine. As the only Premier Cru Supérieur in the 1855 Classification, Yquem has long set the standard for Sauternes and ranks among the greatest wines of Bordeaux. The 2021 vintage, marked by careful selection and perfect noble rot development, offers extraordinary finesse, precision, and longevity.
Tasting Notes
The wine opens with aromas of honeysuckle, orange marmalade, and white peach, complemented by notes of candied ginger, apricot, and vanilla bean. The palate is rich yet balanced, with layers of exotic fruit, vibrant acidity, and a long, seamless finish. Its interplay of sweetness and freshness defines the timeless style of Yquem.
Winemaking & Vineyard Details
The 2021 Yquem is composed predominantly of Sémillon with a smaller proportion of Sauvignon Blanc, harvested berry by berry in multiple passes to ensure optimal botrytis character. Fermentation takes place in new French oak barrels, followed by aging for nearly two years in the château’s cellars. The estate’s gravelly and clay-limestone soils on the highest point of Sauternes contribute to its exceptional complexity.
Investment & Collectibility
Recognized globally as the pinnacle of sweet wine, the 2021 Chateau d’Yquem is both a hedonistic experience and a reliable investment. Its rarity, pedigree, and track record for decades of graceful aging make it one of the most sought-after wines in the world. Perfect for your collection.
Vintage Insights
The 2021 vintage in Sauternes was defined by selective harvesting and the perfect alignment of autumn conditions for noble rot. Yquem’s meticulous attention to detail produced a wine of extraordinary purity and balance, showcasing the estate’s unrivaled expertise.
Explore Related Collections
2021 Chateau d’Yquem – The Benchmark of Sauternes
The 2021 Chateau d’Yquem reaffirms its status as the world’s most celebrated sweet wine. As the only Premier Cru Supérieur in the 1855 Classification, Yquem has long set the standard for Sauternes and ranks among the greatest wines of Bordeaux. The 2021 vintage, marked by careful selection and perfect noble rot development, offers extraordinary finesse, precision, and longevity.
Tasting Notes
The wine opens with aromas of honeysuckle, orange marmalade, and white peach, complemented by notes of candied ginger, apricot, and vanilla bean. The palate is rich yet balanced, with layers of exotic fruit, vibrant acidity, and a long, seamless finish. Its interplay of sweetness and freshness defines the timeless style of Yquem.
Winemaking & Vineyard Details
The 2021 Yquem is composed predominantly of Sémillon with a smaller proportion of Sauvignon Blanc, harvested berry by berry in multiple passes to ensure optimal botrytis character. Fermentation takes place in new French oak barrels, followed by aging for nearly two years in the château’s cellars. The estate’s gravelly and clay-limestone soils on the highest point of Sauternes contribute to its exceptional complexity.
Investment & Collectibility
Recognized globally as the pinnacle of sweet wine, the 2021 Chateau d’Yquem is both a hedonistic experience and a reliable investment. Its rarity, pedigree, and track record for decades of graceful aging make it one of the most sought-after wines in the world. Perfect for your collection.
Vintage Insights
The 2021 vintage in Sauternes was defined by selective harvesting and the perfect alignment of autumn conditions for noble rot. Yquem’s meticulous attention to detail produced a wine of extraordinary purity and balance, showcasing the estate’s unrivaled expertise.
Explore Related Collections
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