Château Yquem, Sauternes

Château d'Yquem

Château Yquem 1997, Sauternes 1° Grand Cru Classé - Parker 95

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(€546.67 L)

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Château d’Yquem 1997, Sauternes Premier Cru Classé, shows deep golden color with rich aromas of honey, apricot, and spices. Lush palate balanced by bright acidity.

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Château d'Yquem 1997 - Sauternes 1er Grand Cru Classé

Presentation :

Château d'Yquem is without doubt the most prestigious estate in the Sauternes appellation, renowned worldwide for the exceptional quality of its sweet wines. The 1997 vintage is one of a series of great years, combining elegance, richness and longevity.

Tasting

    - Colour: Intense gold, luminous with amber highlights, the sign of a mature wine.

    - Nose: Complex and powerful, with notes of honey, candied apricot, orange blossom, saffron, sweet spices and a hint of smoke.

    - Palate: Very full and unctuous, with fresh acidity balancing out the sweetness. The flavours are long-lasting, combining candied fruit, citrus zest, toast and hints of caramel. The finish is very long and elegant, the sign of an exceptional wine.

Food and wine pairing

Château d'Yquem 1997 goes perfectly with :

    - Foie gras, terrine or pan-fried

    - Blue cheeses (Roquefort)

    - Dried fruit desserts, walnut tart or tarte tatin

    - Mild and spicy Asian cuisine

Awards and distinctions

    - Robert Parker (Wine Advocate): 96/100

    - Wine Spectator: 95/100

    - Jancis Robinson: 18/20

    - Decanter: 94/100

Château d'Yquem
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Data sheet

Volume
0,75l
Vintage
1997
Alcohol
14°
Allergens
Contains sulphites.
Packing
OWC 6 bottles
Vines
S?millon, Sauvignon
Storage advice
Great cellaring potential
Consumption guidelines
Drink chilled between 4 and 8°C.
Taste
Sweet, liquorice wine
Producer
SA du Château d’Yquem, 33210 Sauternes, France
Bottling
Mis en bouteille au Château

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