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LOT 308

Lot 308

CHÂTEAU D'YQUEM 1976 (1 HF. BT.) WA 96
CHÂTEAU D'YQUEM 1980 (1)

CHÂTEAU D'YQUEM 1976 (1 HF. BT.) WA 96 CHÂTEAU D'YQUEM 1980 (1)
Lot 308 Details
CHÂTEAU D'YQUEM 1976 (1 hf. bt.)

Sauternes. Premier Cru Supérieur
u. ts. soiled label.

Tasted blind in Bordeaux, the 1976 Chateau d'Yquem reaffirms its reputation as one of the great wines of the decade, although I would suggest that that 1971 and 1975 are the true pinnacles. However, in no way do I wish to slight this Sauternes. Deep and slightly burnished in color, it offers dried pineapple, barley sugar, almond and a cheeky puff of café latte. There is wonderful definition here. The palate is underpinned by nigh on perfect acidity with orange rind, mango, crème brûlée and minerals. As it fans out towards the finish, there is a tang of Seville orange marmalade, and though it does not quite possess the persistence of the 1975 Yquem, you will be craving for the next sip. At its peak now, enjoy this great Yquem over the next 20-30 years. Tasted April 2016. WA 96

CHÂTEAU D'YQUEM 1980 (1)

Sauternes. Premier Cru Supérieur
u. ts. soiled label.

1 bt. & 1 hf. bt.    per lot $900 - $1,100

Realised: $1,020
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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