2001 Chateau d'Yquem (6 magnum OWC)

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Vintage: 2001
Format: 1.5L
Wine Name: Chateau d’Yquem
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Designation:
Appellation: Sauternes
Producer: Chateau d’Yquem
Varietal: Semillon-Sauvignon Blanc Blend
Type: White-Sweet/Dessert
Country: France
Region: Bordeaux
Sub-Region: Sauternes
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Tasting note: 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. (100pts. JS, Wine Spectator)

Tasted: Nov. 15, 2005
Score: 100
Drink: After 2012

Tasting note: 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. (100pts. Robert Parker)

Tasted: Apr. 2005
Score: 100
Drink: 2010-2100