Château d'Yquem 1990 is a mature Sauternes from one of Bordeaux’s benchmark sweet-wine estates, offering the richness and longevity that have made Yquem a reference point for the category.
From the Producer
Château d'Yquem is the only wine classified as Premier Cru Supérieur (Above First Growth) in the Bordeaux Wine Official Classification of 1855, a rank reserved for it alone among Sauternes (Wikipedia, 'Château d'Yquem'). The estate lies in the Sauternes appellation in Gironde, in the southern Graves sector, and its botrytised sweet wines depend on the site's particular susceptibility to noble rot (Botrytis cinerea). A 1990 vintage bottling sits within d'Yquem's long run of late-released Sauternes that built that single-estate Premier Cru Supérieur status.
Tasting Profile
- Nose: Apricot compote, orange marmalade, honey and toasted almond.
- Palate: Layered and expansive, with candied citrus, ripe stone fruit and delicate spice framed by vibrant acidity.
- Finish: Long, precise and lifted, with caramelised citrus and mineral nuance.
Best For
Blue cheese, foie gras, fruit-based desserts, or cellars focused on mature Sauternes with proven ageing pedigree.
Product Details
Producer: Château d'Yquem
Origin: Sauternes, Bordeaux, France
Style: Sweet white wine
Vintage: 1990
Grape Mix: Sémillon with Sauvignon Blanc
Volume: 750ml
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