Y de Yquem 2016 Chateau D'Yquem

4.1 stars - 2 professional reviews

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Chateau D'Yquem - Y de Yquem 2016 Perfect

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Classification	Cru Classe
Type	White
Producer	Chateau D'Yquem
Vintage	2016
Country	France
Main region	Bordeaux
Region	Sauternes
Grape	Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon
Volume	0,75
Condition	Perfect
Label	Perfect
Drinkable	-2030
Stock	0

Professional reviews

Robert Parker (91)

The 2016 Ygrec (or “Y” as it is shown on the label and referred to) is, of course, the dry white from Yquem, and this latest release is a blend of 75% Sauvignon Blanc and 25% Sémillon picked between 5 September and 13 September. It has a fresh, attractive bouquet with citrus peel, Nashi pear, grass clippings and gooseberry, the Sauvignon firmly in the driving seat. The palate is where the Sémillon says: hold on a moment, it’s not all Sauvignon. The texture is waxy, and there are lovely peachy, watermelon notes that dovetail into a saline finish that leaves you wanting more. True, it is not cheap, and you could argue there is a plethora of cheaper alternatives. But they are not Yquem.