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Grapes for Humanity 6th Annual Charity Fine Wine Auction

April 16 - 22, 2026

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LOT 308

Lot 308

CHÂTEAU D'YQUEM 2003 (2 375 ML.) WS 97 WA 96 JS 98

CHÂTEAU D'YQUEM 2003 (2 375 ML.) WS 97 WA 96 JS 98
Lot 308 Details
CHÂTEAU D'YQUEM 2003

Sauternes. Premier Cru Supérieur

Medium lemon-gold colored, the 2003 d'Yquem seems to be emerging from a slumber, awakening with gloriously expressive notes of ginger ale, pineapple upside-down cake, toasted hazelnuts, star anise, cinnamon stick and preserved mandarin peel plus hints of lemon butter, crushed rocks, musk perfume and chalk dust. Full-bodied, super concentrated and decadently unctuous, the palate exudes waves of preserved tropical fruits and citrus sparks charged with energetic freshness, finishing epically long and wonderfully spicy. April 2019 Drink to 2049 WS 97 WA 96 JS 98

2 375 ml.    per lot $800 - $1,000

Realised: $900

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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