Chateau d'Yquem Sauternes 2019

Vineyard
District: Sauternes
Vineyard Surface Area: 113 Hectares
ABV: 13.5%

The Wine
Grape Varieties: Sémillon 75%, Sauvignon Blanc 25%

Tasting Notes

From the iconic Premier Cru Supérieur estate, the 2019 Château d’Yquem is a dazzling and vibrant expression of Sauternes, distinguished by a higher-than-usual proportion of Sauvignon Blanc. Pale gold in the glass, it opens with luminous aromas of lime blossom, white peach, and passion fruit, layered with delicate notes of honey, jasmine, and orange zest. On the palate, the wine is poised and energetic, with a crystalline tension that beautifully balances its natural sweetness. The higher Sauvignon Blanc content lends a racy, lifted quality, giving the wine striking clarity and finesse. The finish is long, pure, and refreshingly mineral — a Yquem of brightness and precision, built to age gracefully over decades.

Pairs well with
Foie gras, blue cheese, tarte tatin, roast duck with orange glaze, and lobster.