{"product_id":"chateau-dyquem-y-ygrec-2021","title":"2021 Chateau d'Yquem","description":"\u003ch2\u003e2021 Chateau d'Yquem 'Y' – A Rare, Dry Expression from Sauternes' Iconic Estate\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2021 Chateau d'Yquem 'Y'\u003c\/strong\u003e (Ygrec) is the unique dry white wine from the legendary Sauternes estate, Chateau d’Yquem. Produced in extremely limited quantities, ‘Y’ represents a singular take on Bordeaux Blanc, offering precision, tension, and aromatic depth. Unlike the estate’s sweet flagship, ‘Y’ is vinified dry but retains the same meticulous attention to detail and terroir expression from Yquem’s historic vineyards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 vintage presents a crisp, energetic profile with notes of \u003cstrong\u003elemon curd\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ewhite peach\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003egrapefruit zest\u003c\/strong\u003e, accented by subtle hints of \u003cstrong\u003eflint\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ewild herbs\u003c\/strong\u003e, and a trace of \u003cstrong\u003evanilla oak\u003c\/strong\u003e. The palate shows layered texture, driven by \u003cstrong\u003eSauvignon Blanc’s brightness\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eSémillon’s richness\u003c\/strong\u003e, leading into a saline, mineral-laced finish. It is vibrant now, but structured for mid-term aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWinemaking \u0026amp; Vineyard Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e‘Y’ is crafted from parcels within the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/collections\/chateau-dyquem\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChateau d’Yquem\u003c\/a\u003e estate, with a blend typically around 75% \u003cstrong\u003eSauvignon Blanc\u003c\/strong\u003e and 25% \u003cstrong\u003eSémillon\u003c\/strong\u003e. Grapes are picked at optimal maturity—often in several passes—to retain freshness and aromatic complexity. Fermentation occurs in French oak barrels, 50% new, with bâtonnage on lees to develop roundness. The wine is then aged for 10 months before bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eInvestment \u0026amp; Collectibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a dry wine from the storied Sauternes property, ‘Y’ is rare and collectible, appealing to both \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/collections\/french-white-bordeaux\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewhite Bordeaux collectors\u003c\/a\u003e and those drawn to Yquem’s prestige. With limited allocations each vintage, and increasing attention from sommeliers and critics alike, the 2021 offers both immediate appeal and aging potential. Perfect for your collection or as a contrast to the estate’s sweet wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVintage Insights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2021 vintage in Bordeaux was marked by a cooler, more classic growing season. For Ygrec, this resulted in a wine with lifted aromatics, bracing acidity, and strong varietal expression—particularly favoring Sauvignon Blanc. It is a vintage defined by precision and restraint, echoing the structure of 2014 and 2017.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExplore Related Collections\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/collections\/france\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFrench Wines\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/collections\/french-white-bordeaux\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFrench White Bordeaux\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/collections\/sauvignon-blanc\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSauvignon Blanc\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/collections\/chateau-dyquem\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eChâteau d’Yquem\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Chateau d'Yquem","offers":[{"title":"750 mL","offer_id":46569224896704,"sku":"DYQ-Y21-750","price":240.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1-Pack OWC 750 mL","offer_id":43828909113536,"sku":"DYQ-Y21-751","price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"3-Pack OWC 750 mL","offer_id":43827590332608,"sku":"DYQ-Y21-753","price":675.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6-Pack OWC 750 mL","offer_id":43827581976768,"sku":"DYQ-Y21-756","price":1350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/4310\/4704\/files\/2021_Chateau_dYquem_Y_Ygrec_White_Bordeaux_bottle.jpg?v=1752416721","url":"https:\/\/angrywinemerchant.com\/products\/chateau-dyquem-y-ygrec-2021","provider":"Angry Wine Merchant","version":"1.0","type":"link"}