Yquem 2010

Dessert
Sauternes, France
8.0
WineSaint

Luscious apricot, candied citrus and baking spice cascade across the palate with impressive depth. The acidity cuts cleanly through the richness, providing lovely tension and drive. While it shows beautiful concentration and aromatic complexity, it doesn't quite reach the crystalline intensity of Yquem's legendary years. Still, this is gorgeous Sauternes built for the long haul.

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Label

Yquem

The most celebrated sweet wine estate in the world, Château d'Yquem has anchored Sauternes for centuries. Its 1855 classification as Premier Cru Supérieur remains unchallenged, and its wines set the global benchmark for botrytised Bordeaux.