1 er Grand Cru Classe Exceptionnel 2007

   Discovering Chateau d'Yquem starts with the bouquet. Although not always very outgoing in yong vintages, it is marked by fruits (apricot, mandarin and occasionally tropical fruit) and oak (vanilla and toasty aromas). Older vintages, on the other hand, have an extraordinarily complex fragrance as soon as the bottle is opend.

   The bouquet is amazingly subtle, with hints of dried fruit (dried apicot, prune, stewed fruit, and marmalade), spice (cinnamon, saffron, and liquorice) , and even flowers (linden blossom,etc.)

   The first impression of Chateau d’Yquem on the palate is always very silky, and often sumptuous. It then fills out, “coating the palate”. This fine wine has a strong, but never overbearing character, with great elegance and poise. It always maintains a balance between sugar and acidity (sweetness and freshness)

   A touch of bitterness can also contribute to the overall harmony. Chateau of d’Yquem’s aftertaste is legendary, and it tells another story, which lasts and lasts...