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17 Rene Gabriel
98: Bräunlich; etwas trüb, Kaffeeschimmer. Dunkles Caramel in der Nase, Kräutertee, Curry, Malmsey Madeira-Noten, Nussschnaps; unendlich viel becircende Aromen. Im Gaumen herrlich würzig, weich, Hustenbonbons, dunkles Caramel, langer Nachgeschmack. Ein tolles, leicht überreifes Yquem-Erlebnis. vorbei
75 Wine Spectator
Recorked in 1995. This was a decent vintage for Sauternes overall, but this Yquem is awkward, having peaked, with a tart, sour finish. Offers some lemon, marmalade and macerated raisin character.--Yquem vertical. –PM
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Château d'Yquem
Located 55 kilometers south of the town of Bordeaux, the charming 400-year-old Château d'Yquem has a breathtaking view of the Sauternes valley. This notorious estate is recognized around the world as one of the greatest sweet wine producers in France. After over two centuries of ownership, the Lur Saluces family sold the property to LVMH in 1999. The sunbathed vineyards, covering over 100-hectares enjoy refreshing morning mists, and are precisely harvested berry by berry. Bottled without filtration, the wines spend over three years in new-oak barrels. Vintner Pierre Lurton, the former director of Château Cheval Blanc has looked over the house vinification since 2004. Unrivaled for its combination of lace, power and feminine prowess, d’Yquem wines easily defend their Premier Cru Supérieur status. With an impressive production, the wines remain at the top, their supreme quality is culminated by the Grand Vin, Yquem.