The vivacity and elegance of a dry white Bordeaux wine
The estate
Located south of Bordeaux, the Château d’Yquem is one of the most beautiful references among the great wines of Sauternes. This legendary Premier Cru Classé Supérieur enjoys an exceptional terroir and gives birth to wines that are sought after worldwide.
The vineyard
Château d’Yquem is an extraordinary place, rich with a hundred hectares of vineyards planted on a mosaic of gravelly-sandy terroirs.
The wine
Produced under the Dry White Bordeaux appellation, Y is an exceptional wine, limited to a production of only 10,000 bottles per vintage. Coming from the same prestigious vineyards as Château d’Yquem, it stands out for its specific harvest and production method.
Characteristics and tasting notes of Y d’Yquem 2023
Nose
Subtle and complex, this bouquet reveals fruity aromas of yellow fruits, pear, and white peach, alongside vegetal notes of lemon tree leaves, sage, and verbena, beautifully intertwined with delicate floral hints of wild rose and peony.
Palate
A smooth opening with vibrant touches of citron and yellow kiwi gives way to an elegant palate, where the bitterness of yellow grapefruit lingers through to a chalky and flavorful finish.
Blend
Sauvignon blanc (50 %)
Sémillon (50 %)
Ratings & Tasting Notes
Decanter 96/100
“Gorgeous fresh aromas of white peach and pear on the nose with bright elderflower freshness. Clean and pure. Hints of citrus lemon and some toffee cinder. Instantly alive and so focussed on the palate, this is vibrant and sharp with the acidity that gives a real kick. But this slowly expands in the mouth, adding layers of complexity and richness as well as an invigorating mouthwatering aspect. Just utterly gorgeous, a really soft oiliness that is reminiscent of Sauternes with enticing elements of bitter orange and grapefruit skin. Ends a touch salty which I also adore. A funfair in a glass. A wine to sit with and just enjoy each of the aspects – saltiness, sweetness, bitterness and freshness. I love it. What more could you want in a glass of wine? 3.15pH. 6g/L residual sugar.”
Jane Anson 97/100
“Slow unrolls through the palate, this has an unmistakable grip of fresh acidities, but they are delivered with a gourmet twist, sat alongside salt-encrusted lime, sea spray, citrus, clementine, fennel, understated and enticing, with clear structure and ageing ability, 5g/l resigular sugar, this is not yet released, will be on the market in a few months time. 12 months ageing in 80% one year old barrels previously used for Château d’Yquem, imparting a hint of the estate signature, together with 20% new oak.”
