2021 Chateau d’Yquem Premier Cru Superieur, Sauternes 1x750ml

Vinous 90/100

In fact, the first pour was the dry wine, the 2021 Y de Yquem. This latest release has a more powerful bouquet, with a distinctive marine influence, a nuanced oxidative trait that lends freshness. The palate is, likewise, quite intense with razor-sharp acidity to the extent that I find this refreshingly penetrating in style, hints of tinned apricot and white peach filtering through on the finish. A lovely dry Sauternes. [Neal Martin, 12/26/2023]

Anticipated maturity: 2024-2044