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Château D'yquem is a name synonym of legend in the world. The unic Premier cru Classé Superieur of Sauternes. An explosion of ripe fruits and dried fruits. Large and elegant, a great wine.
Technical sheet
| Type Of Wine: | sweet wine |
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| Vintage: | 1998
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| Appellation: | Sauternes (Bordeaux, France) |
| Winery: | Château d'Yquem |
| Volume: | 75cl Other volumes |
| Grapes: | Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc |
| Allergens: | Contains Sulfites |
| Alcohol Vol.: | 13.5% |
| Ending Year For Optimal Consumption: | 2035 |
| Vinous Score: | 95 |
Elaboration of Château d'Yquem 1998
Château d'Yquem 1998 (Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc)
TASTING:
- View: Château d'Yquem 1998 is golden yellow, bright
- Nose: Aromas of citrus, flowers (Lime-Tree
) of cream brulee
- Palate: Volume, sweet but balanced by good acidity. Flavors of tangerine, apricot, candied fruit and vanilla flavors.
APPELLATION: Sauternes
VINEYARD: Château d'Yquem
GRAPES: Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon
PAIRING: Desserts, Honey desserts,
TEMPERATURE: 10 º
ALCOHOL: 13.5%
Château d'Yquem is among the greatest wines of Bordeaux. It is the only Sauternes higher ranked first believed. It is considered the best sweet wine that is. The castle is listed historical monument since 2003 The estate is now run by the confidence man Bernard Arnault. Pierre Lurton. It is up to the government to ensure the most prestigious producer of sweet wines in the world.
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Within a few things may be international wine critics agree so as to qualify for the prestigious Château d'Yquem in a separate category. Who does not know the Chateau d'Yquem? Probably, and with the Domaine de la Romanee Conti, the world's most prestigious winery, and a tradition of several centuries.
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The first impression of Chateau d'Yquem on the palate is always very silky, and often sumptuous. It then fills out, "coating the palate". This fine wine has a strong, but never overbearing character, with great elegance and poise. It always mantains a balance between sugar and acidity (sweetness and freshness). A touch of bitterness can also contribute to the overall harmony. Chateau d'Yquem aftertaste is legendary, and it tells another story, which lasts and lasts...
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