Y de Yquem 2016 Chateau D'Yquem

Classification
Type	Blanc
Marque	Chateau D'Yquem
Millésime	2016
Pays	France
Région	Bordeaux, Sauternes
Raisin	Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon
Volume
État	Parfait
Étiquette	Parfait
Consommable	-2030
Stock	0

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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.

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