Château d'Yquem, 1er Grand Cru Classé, Sauternes, 2013

Name: Château d'Yquem, 1er Grand Cru Classé, Sauternes
Brand: Château d'Yquem
Price: 1701.53 GBP

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critic reviews

95/100Jane Anson,Robert Parker Wine Advocate

Hints of saffon and fresh truffle, dominated by juicy peach, apricot pit, satsuma and lemon peel notes, so drinkable and graceful, drawn out, languid, pleasurable. Less concentrated than the 2022 and 1989 that we also tasted over this incredible lunch, but full of grace, in its drinking window and yet sure to age for decades. Sandrine Garbay winemaker, 100% new French oak barrels for ageing, Pierre Lurton director.

DRINKING WINDOW 2025 - 2045

date of review 06/2025

96/100Lisa Perrotti-Brown,The Wine Independent

A blend of 70% Semillon and 30% Sauvignon Blanc, with 140 grams per liter of residual sugar, the 2013 Yquem has a medium straw-gold color. It is just starting to evolve into notes of straw, cashew nuts, and honey toast, with a core of apple pie, pear tart, and key lime pie. The palate is relatively elegant and refreshing, with a satiny texture and a refreshing lift on the finish.

DRINKING WINDOW 2023 - 2048

date of review 08/2023

92/100Neal Martin,Vinous

The 2013 Yquem is consistent with previous encounters. It has a fresh nose thanks to the contribution of the 30% Sauvignon Blanc, not as complex as other vintages, yet delineated with lemon rind and lychee hints bubbling up with time in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with a keen line of acidity, pure and beautifully integrated with the oak, yet missing the complexity of a top-flight Yquem.

DRINKING WINDOW 2023 - 2045

date of review 08/2023