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Chateau d'Yquem Sauternes 1996
Chateau d'Yquem Sauternes 1996

Chateau d'Yquem Sauternes 1996


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from Sauternes and Barsac, Bordeaux, France

ratings pedigree (past vintages):
2009
Wine Spectator Wine Spectator 100 point ratingWine Spectator Wine Spectator 100 point rating
Wine Enthusiast Wine Enthusiast 100 point ratingWine Enthusiast Wine Enthusiast 100 point rating
The Wine Advocate The Wine Advocate 98 point ratingThe Wine Advocate The Wine Advocate 98 point rating
2008
Wine Enthusiast Wine Enthusiast 98 point ratingWine Enthusiast Wine Enthusiast 98 point rating
The Wine Advocate The Wine Advocate 97 point ratingThe Wine Advocate The Wine Advocate 97 point rating
Wine Spectator Wine Spectator 94 point ratingWine Spectator Wine Spectator 94 point rating
2007
Wine Spectator Wine Spectator 100 point ratingWine Spectator Wine Spectator 100 point rating
The Wine Advocate The Wine Advocate 98 point ratingThe Wine Advocate The Wine Advocate 98 point rating
International Wine Cellar International Wine Cellar 98 point ratingInternational Wine Cellar International Wine Cellar 98 point rating
2006
The Wine Advocate The Wine Advocate 98 point ratingThe Wine Advocate The Wine Advocate 98 point rating
Wine Enthusiast Wine Enthusiast 96 point ratingWine Enthusiast Wine Enthusiast 96 point rating
International Wine Cellar International Wine Cellar 95 point ratingInternational Wine Cellar International Wine Cellar 95 point rating
1983
Wine Spectator Wine Spectator 98 point ratingWine Spectator Wine Spectator 98 point rating
1975
Wine Spectator Wine Spectator 97 point ratingWine Spectator Wine Spectator 97 point rating
Price: $229.99
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Item No. 60740 
winemaker's notes:

"Compared with the flamboyant aromatics of the 1997, Yquem's 1996 plays it closer to the vest, although there is a lot going on. Light gold with a tight but promising nose of roasted hazelnuts intermixed with creme brulee, vanilla beans, honey, orange marmalade, and peaches, this medium to full-bodied offering reveals loads of power in its restrained, measured personality. There is admirable acidity, weight, texture, and purity in this impeccably made Yquem. However, patience will be a virtue. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2060. Note: Yquem spends 42 months in 100% new oak. No cask tasting is permitted, and the wine is not released until 5 years after the vintage. For example, the 1998 will be released some time in 2003; the 2001 will not be released until 2006." -Wine Advocate

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