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Chateau d'Yquem Sauternes (375ML half-bottle) 2001
Chateau d'Yquem Sauternes (375ML half-bottle) 2001

Chateau d'Yquem Sauternes (375ML half-bottle) 2001


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from Sauternes and Barsac, Bordeaux, France

Price: $399.00
(this vintage is sold out)
The 2005 vintage is available for: $219.00
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Item No. 97879 
ratings pedigree (past vintages):
2011
International Wine Cellar 100 point ratingInternational Wine Cellar 100 point rating
Wine Spectator 99 point ratingWine Spectator 99 point rating
The Wine Advocate 98 point ratingThe Wine Advocate 98 point rating
2008
Wine Enthusiast 98 point ratingWine Enthusiast 98 point rating
The Wine Advocate 97 point ratingThe Wine Advocate 97 point rating
Wine Spectator 94 point ratingWine Spectator 94 point rating
2007
Wine Spectator 100 point ratingWine Spectator 100 point rating
The Wine Advocate 98 point ratingThe Wine Advocate 98 point rating
International Wine Cellar 98 point ratingInternational Wine Cellar 98 point rating
1983
Wine Spectator 98 point ratingWine Spectator 98 point rating
1975
Wine Spectator 97 point ratingWine Spectator 97 point rating
winemaker's notes:

Beautiful brilliant golden color. Concentrated bouquet of ripe fruit (mirabelle plum, apricot and mango) and dried fruit (fig, raisin and quince), followed by hints of white fruit (pear and vine peach) and spicy nuances (saffron, curry, toasty aromas, fresh mint and eucalyptus). This vintage's bouquet has a rare subtlety that can only increase with age.

critical acclaim:

"The greatest young Yquem I have ever tasted from bottle. Yellow, with a golden hue and an almost green tint. Intense aromas of botrytis, spices and blanched almonds follow through to honey, maple syrup, dried apricot and pineapple. Full-bodied, sweet, thick and powerful, with layers of fruit and a bright, lively finish. Coats the palate yet remains exciting. So balanced and refined, showing the pedigree that only this Sauternes estate can deliver. Best after 2012. 10,000 cases made."

100 Points

Wine Spectator

"There are 10,000 cases of this perfect sweet white Bordeaux. The 2001 Yquem reveals a hint of green in its light gold color. While somewhat reticent aromatically, with airing, it offers up honeyed tropical fruit, orange marmalade, pineapple, sweet creme brulee, and buttered nut-like scents. In the mouth, it is full-bodied with gorgeously refreshing acidity as well as massive concentration and unctuosity. Everything is uplifted and given laser-like focus by refreshing acidity. This large-scaled, youthful Yquem appears set to take its place among the most legendary vintages of the past, and will age effortlessly for 75+ years. Anticipated maturity: 2010-2100+. "

100 Points

The Wine Advocate

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