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94
/ 100
Wine Spectator
White
Classification
SSB / SBS Blend
Variety
1985
Vintage
750ml (Bottle)
Bottle Size
France
Country
Bordeaux, Graves
Region
13.0%
Alcohol %
Ready, but will Keep
Cellaring
Scores
94 / 100"."
- Wine Spectator
Tasting Notes
"The 1985 vintage holds the record for the latest harvest ever collected, making this wine the sole Château d'Yquem produced in December. Thirty-nine years after its challenging and risky collection, this patiently awaited Château d'Yquem shines with deep orange nuances in its color. On the nose, it is distinguished by an intense medley of candied citrus, conjuring images of bitter orange, tangerine, and kumquat. Its aromatic freshness and purity are striking, enhanced by rustic and saffron-like impressions. Notes of dried apricot envelop the senses and carry through to the palate, which is characterized by a silky touch and exquisitely candied flavors.
It is through an immersion in the world of this great wine that we wish to offer you a unique and memorable moment, reflecting the eternal nature of this vintage. We will take you for a private tour of the wine estate at the end of which you will have the pleasure of tasting two vintages from the 21st century. Should you wish, we wou
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity