Chateau d'Yquem 2019 Sauternes HALF BOTTLE

Chateau d'Yquem

The 2019 d'Yquem features a Sauvignon Blanc-driven bouquet with aromas of menthol, artichoke, iodine, asparagus and orchard fruits. Balanced and delicately moderated on the palate, it’s energetic and tense, culminating in an ethereal, fruity finish.

France

Bordeaux

Opulent, sweet, honeyed

White

14.5

37.5

• Sweet

55% Sémillon and 45% Sauvignon Blanc

"The 2019 d'Yquem is composed of 55% Semillon and 45% Sauvignon Blanc. Pale lemon-straw in color, it bursts from the glass with showy notes of apricot preserves, key lime pie, and cedar chest, leading to hints of candied ginger, pear drops, and honey toast. The palate is super-charged, full-on rich, and decadent, with soft acidity and epic length."

97 /100
Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW, The Wine Independent, May 2023

"Clear push and pull between acidity and lusciousness from the first moments. A higher percentage of Sauvignon Blanc than in a typical year, showing in sculpted gunsmoke and white truffle on the opening beats. Fresher flavours continue with lemongrass and lime zest, broadening out into luscious mango, grilled caramel, pineapple and brioche, and a welcome edge of bitterness on the finish with mandarin peel and oyster shell salinity."

97/100
Jane Anson, JaneAnson.com, March 2022