2016 Chateau D'Yquem 375ml
Description
Overview
From the legendary estate in Sauternes, Bordeaux, this 2016 vintage of Château d’Yquem is a masterpiece of the sweet wine world. The blend consists of approximately 75% Sémillon and 25% Sauvignon Blanc. With a reported alcohol content of 14.2% and around 135 g/L of residual sugar, the wine delivers both richness and structure in balanced harmony.
Tasting Profile & Ratings
Aromatically, the wine opens with honeyed tangerine, dried apricot, exotic fruit (like mango/passion fruit), white flowers and a subtle minerality. On the palate it offers a full-bodied texture, opulent sweetness, but underlying fresh acidity and a vibrant mineral spine—creating a precise, elegant, and long-lasting finish.
Professional ratings highlight its excellence: James Suckling awarded 99 points, calling it “a very classic Yquem … extremely precise and finely nuanced.” Other reviewers give top marks as well (96-99 points) and note the wine’s outstanding ageing potential (2025-2050+).
Crafted from carefully selected vineyards, this wine showcases a refined balance
of ripe fruit, elegant tannins, and subtle oak notes. Every bottle is produced
using traditional winemaking techniques to preserve the authentic character of
the grapes and the unique terroir of the region.
Perfect for both casual evenings and special occasions, this wine delivers a
smooth finish with layers of blackberry, plum, vanilla, and delicate spice.
Enjoy now or cellar for additional complexity.
- Wine Type: Red Wine
- Grape Variety: Merlot
- Country: France
- Region: Bordeaux
- Alcohol: 13.5%
- Bottle Size: 750ml
- Vintage: 2021
- Closure: Natural Cork
- Serving Temperature: 16–18°C
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Crafted from select vineyards, this Merlot offers rich aromas of blackberry,
plum, and dark cherry balanced by subtle vanilla and oak notes. Smooth tannins
and a long finish make it perfect for both everyday enjoyment and special
occasions.
Pairs Well With
Grilled Meats
Cheese
Pasta
Dark Chocolate