2018 Chateau dYquem wine Sauternes Bordeaux France sold by Angry Wine Merchant 2018 Chateau d'Yquem 1995 Château d'Yquem - Angry Wine Merchant 1995 Château d'Yquem - Angry Wine Merchant 1995 Château d'Yquem - Angry Wine Merchant 1995 Château d'Yquem - Angry Wine Merchant 1995 Château d'Yquem - Angry Wine Merchant 1995 Château d'Yquem - Angry Wine Merchant
2018 Chateau dYquem wine Sauternes Bordeaux France sold by Angry Wine Merchant
2018 Chateau d'Yquem
1995 Château d'Yquem - Angry Wine Merchant
1995 Château d'Yquem - Angry Wine Merchant
1995 Château d'Yquem - Angry Wine Merchant
1995 Château d'Yquem - Angry Wine Merchant
1995 Château d'Yquem - Angry Wine Merchant
1995 Château d'Yquem - Angry Wine Merchant

2018 Chateau d'Yquem

Sauvignon Blanc-Semillon

France / Bordeaux / Graves  / Sauternes

$220
RP 98
V 93
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1er Grand Cru Classé

2018 Chateau d’Yquem – Precision and Brilliance in Modern Sauternes

The 2018 Chateau d’Yquem represents one of the most accomplished modern expressions from this singular Sauternes estate. Produced under exacting standards and released only when quality meets its historic benchmark, d’Yquem continues to define the pinnacle of botrytized wine through balance, purity, and extraordinary longevity.

Tasting Notes

The bouquet is expansive yet focused, revealing apricot, candied citrus, pineapple, and acacia honey layered with subtle spice. On the palate, the wine is richly textured but remarkably poised, with vibrant acidity shaping flavors of stone fruit, citrus peel, and almond. The finish is exceptionally long, combining sweetness, freshness, and mineral precision in seamless harmony.

Winemaking & Vineyard Details

The 2018 blend is dominated by Semillon with a portion of Sauvignon Blanc, sourced from meticulously managed vineyard parcels. Grapes were harvested through multiple selective passes to capture optimal noble rot development. Aging in new French oak barrels enhances complexity while preserving clarity and structure.

Investment & Collectibility

Chateau d’Yquem occupies a unique position in the fine wine market, with consistent global demand and an unrivaled aging record. The 2018 vintage, praised for its balance and definition, is regarded as a standout modern release with long-term cellaring potential extending for decades.

Vintage Insights & Accolades

The 2018 growing season delivered both concentration and freshness, allowing d’Yquem to produce a wine of depth without excess. Critics highlight its precision, aromatic purity, and exceptional balance.

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RP 98

Robert Parker Wine Advocate

The 2018 d'Yquem is all lime cordial, grapefruit oil and mandarin peel to begin. With a little coaxing, the fireworks really begin, letting off a whole array of honeysuckle, candied ginger, dried pineapple, lemon pastilles, chalk dust and sea spray scents, followed by a savory undercurrent of shaved almonds, allspice and baking bread. The palate is an exercise in polish and poise, featuring the most gorgeously creamy texture and bright, sparkling freshness, framing all the densely laden tropical and citrus fruit layers, finishing with a powerful BANG of profound floral and spice perfume. It is wonderfully sweet, yes, but that—paradoxically for a "sweet wine"—is almost beside the point. Reviewed by Lisa Perrotti-Brown, Issue date: October 2020. Drinking window: 2025 - 2055.
V 93

Vinous

The 2018 Yquem was tasted just a few months earlier before this second reading at the chateau. My notes are pretty consistent with that dried honey and saffron scented aromas, perhaps just missing the energy conveyed by the previous vintage. The palate is well balanced with that telltale lusciousness that I remarked upon in my last note, although this just precludes the 2018 from delivering the tension and nerve of the best vintages. Apricot and lemon curd linger on the aftertaste. Very fine. Reviewed by Neal Martin, Issue date: February 2022. Drinking window: 2026 - 2060.

Domestic Shipping

We currently ship to all U.S. states where the shipment of alcohol is legally permitted. Orders are fulfilled via UPS so please plan with their schedule. 

Orders placed Monday through Thursday before 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time typically ship the same day. Orders placed after 2:00 p.m. on Thursday through Sunday will ship the following Monday.

Same-day delivery may be available within the Los Angeles Metro area if placed before noon. Please contact us at (626) 714-7006 to arrange expedited local service.

Packaging & Warm/Cold Weather Shipping

To protect wine quality, all orders are packed in EPS foam shippers, with gel packs when necessary. During extreme hot and cold days, we recommend selecting Next Day Air service. If Ground shipping is selected during extreme temperatures, a signed waiver may be required to release us from liability due to temperature exposure.

For OWC (Original Wooden Case) orders, bottles are removed and shipped in foam for safety. The wooden case ships separately via Ground unless otherwise requested.

Weather Holds & Free Storage

In periods of extreme weather, we reserve the right to delay shipment until safe conditions return. If you request immediate shipment during such periods, you must confirm in writing and acknowledge that you waive any condition guarantees.

We also offer complimentary temperature-controlled storage for up to 6 months from the date of purchase. Select the “Hold for Weather” option at checkout and we will coordinate shipping at a later date.

Insurance

We provide free shipping insurance for loss or visible damage during transit, per carrier terms and conditions.

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All shipments of alcohol require an adult signature (21+) upon delivery. Carriers will not release packages without adult authorization. Additional charges may apply for re-delivery, redirection, or failed delivery attempts.

Shipping Address Accuracy

Orders are shipped to the exact shipping address provided at checkout. Angry Wine Merchant is not responsible for errors or omissions in the address submitted by the customer. If a package is delayed, returned, or misdelivered due to incorrect shipping details, the customer assumes full responsibility. Additional shipping fees may apply if re-shipment is required. By placing an order, you confirm that the shipping address entered is correct and agree to these terms.

States We Ship To

We ship to the following U.S. states:

Alabama (AL), Alaska (AK), Arizona (AZ), Arkansas (AR), California (CA), Colorado (CO), Connecticut (CT), Delaware (DE), Florida (FL), Georgia (GA), Hawaii (HI), Idaho (ID), Illinois (IL), Indiana (IN), Iowa (IA), Kansas (KS), Kentucky (KY), Louisiana (LA), Maine (ME), Maryland (MD), Massachusetts (MA), Michigan (MI), Minnesota (MN), Mississippi (MS), Missouri (MO), Montana (MT), Nebraska (NE), Nevada (NV), New Hampshire (NH), New Jersey (NJ), New Mexico (NM), New York (NY), North Carolina (NC), Ohio (OH), Oklahoma (OK), Oregon (OR), Pennsylvania (PA), Rhode Island (RI), South Carolina (SC), South Dakota (SD), Tennessee (TN), Texas (TX), Vermont (VT), Virginia (VA), Washington (WA), West Virginia (WV), Wisconsin (WI), Wyoming (WY)

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International Shipping

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  • CRITICAL REVIEWS
  • WINEMAKER NOTES
RP 98

Robert Parker Wine Advocate

The 2018 d'Yquem is all lime cordial, grapefruit oil and mandarin peel to begin. With a little coaxing, the fireworks really begin, letting off a whole array of honeysuckle, candied ginger, dried pineapple, lemon pastilles, chalk dust and sea spray scents, followed by a savory undercurrent of shaved almonds, allspice and baking bread. The palate is an exercise in polish and poise, featuring the most gorgeously creamy texture and bright, sparkling freshness, framing all the densely laden tropical and citrus fruit layers, finishing with a powerful BANG of profound floral and spice perfume. It is wonderfully sweet, yes, but that—paradoxically for a "sweet wine"—is almost beside the point. Reviewed by Lisa Perrotti-Brown, Issue date: October 2020. Drinking window: 2025 - 2055.
V 93

Vinous

The 2018 Yquem was tasted just a few months earlier before this second reading at the chateau. My notes are pretty consistent with that dried honey and saffron scented aromas, perhaps just missing the energy conveyed by the previous vintage. The palate is well balanced with that telltale lusciousness that I remarked upon in my last note, although this just precludes the 2018 from delivering the tension and nerve of the best vintages. Apricot and lemon curd linger on the aftertaste. Very fine. Reviewed by Neal Martin, Issue date: February 2022. Drinking window: 2026 - 2060.

2018 Chateau d’Yquem – Precision and Brilliance in Modern Sauternes

The 2018 Chateau d’Yquem represents one of the most accomplished modern expressions from this singular Sauternes estate. Produced under exacting standards and released only when quality meets its historic benchmark, d’Yquem continues to define the pinnacle of botrytized wine through balance, purity, and extraordinary longevity.

Tasting Notes

The bouquet is expansive yet focused, revealing apricot, candied citrus, pineapple, and acacia honey layered with subtle spice. On the palate, the wine is richly textured but remarkably poised, with vibrant acidity shaping flavors of stone fruit, citrus peel, and almond. The finish is exceptionally long, combining sweetness, freshness, and mineral precision in seamless harmony.

Winemaking & Vineyard Details

The 2018 blend is dominated by Semillon with a portion of Sauvignon Blanc, sourced from meticulously managed vineyard parcels. Grapes were harvested through multiple selective passes to capture optimal noble rot development. Aging in new French oak barrels enhances complexity while preserving clarity and structure.

Investment & Collectibility

Chateau d’Yquem occupies a unique position in the fine wine market, with consistent global demand and an unrivaled aging record. The 2018 vintage, praised for its balance and definition, is regarded as a standout modern release with long-term cellaring potential extending for decades.

Vintage Insights & Accolades

The 2018 growing season delivered both concentration and freshness, allowing d’Yquem to produce a wine of depth without excess. Critics highlight its precision, aromatic purity, and exceptional balance.

Explore Related Collections

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