- Unit price
- 490,67 €per l
D6-417-191-97
1997
12.50%
0.75L
Semillon 80%, Sauvignon Blanc 20%
Bordeaux Sauternes , France
Parker about Château d'Yquem Sauternes 1997
A vintage of exceptional weather, 1997 was a relatively warm, drought vintage equating to a very slow onset of botrytis this year. The warm temperatures contributed plenty of sweetness, while light rains late in the season finally spurred the spread of noble red, making for a potentially very good Sauternes vintage in the end. However, strict selection was critical, ultimately allowing d'Yquem to craft an impressive wine well above the vintage's standard.
Description
| Land | France |
| Region | Bordeaux Sauternes |
| Rebsorten | Semillon 80%, Sauvignon Blanc 20% |
| Alkoholgehalt | 12.50% |
| Füllstand | Into Neck |
| Verschlußart | cork stopper |
| Kennzeichnung | Contains sulphites |
| Farbe | White |
| Inverkehrbringer | Chateau d'Yquem, 33210 Sauternes, France |
| Charakter | Dry |
| Servierempfehlung | Decant at 12-14°C |
| Trinkempfehlung | 2002 - 2045 |
| Parker Punkte | 95 |
| Jahrgang | 1997 |
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Château d'Yquem Sauternes 1997
The Château d'Yquem Sauternes 1997 is an exceptional sweet wine from the renowned Sauternes appellation in the Bordeaux region of France. As one of the world's most renowned wineries, Château d'Yquem stands for the highest quality and perfection in winemaking. The 1997 vintage confirms this reputation with flying colors.
In the glass, the Château d'Yquem 1997 displays a deep golden color that becomes even more intense and radiant with age. The bouquet is rich and seductive, characterized by a variety of complex aromas. Ripe apricots, peaches, and candied citrus fruits dominate the nose, accompanied by notes of honey, caramel, and dried fruits. Subtle hints of spices, such as saffron and vanilla, as well as a light smoky note from the oak barrel aging, round out the aroma profile.
On the palate, the 1997 Château d'Yquem reveals itself as a masterpiece of balance and elegance. The rich sweetness is perfectly balanced by lively acidity, giving the wine freshness and structure. The texture is silky and luscious, with aromas of ripe fruit, honey, and caramel unfolding with impressive depth and complexity. The finish is exceptionally long and pleasant, with a subtle mineral note that harmoniously rounds off the tasting experience.
This Sauternes wine already shows remarkable maturity, but also has the potential to continue aging and developing for many decades. Its complexity and refinement make it an excellent accompaniment to a variety of desserts, especially those with fruit and caramel, but also to blue cheese and foie gras.