The Yquem 2001 is a sublime Sauternes, an icon of Bordeaux sweet wines. With Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc, it ages in barriques for an intense golden color. The nose enchants with notes of honey and spices. On the palate, it is sweet, complex, and infinitely persistent, with vibrant acidity that balances its richness, ideal with foie gras.
France - Bordeaux, Sauternes Sweet wine, Late harvest, Noble rot Sémillon (dominant), Sauvignon Blanc
Yquem Yquem - 2001 750 ml
1383.75 €
Colour
Brilliant gold, with amber reflections that evolve with age
Bouquet
Intense and complex, notes of honey, candied apricot, citrus, white flowers, saffron and sweet spices
Taste
Sweet and majestic, of great structure and complexity, with balanced acidity, long and persistent finish
Alcohol content
13.5% vol
Type of glass
Small tulip-shaped glass for sweet wines, such as a Sauternes
Pairings
Perfect with foie gras, blue cheeses, fruit-based desserts and crème brûlée
Refinement
In French oak barriques for 30-36 months, then in bottle
Vinification
Manual selective harvest of Botrytis cinerea affected grapes, slow pressing, fermentation and aging in barriques
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