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Château d'Yquem 2011

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Unseasonably warm temperatures led to an early harvest for this vintage, which is not only intensely rich and sweet, but also beautifully fresh, racy and with a long finish.
High levels of residual sugar have helped to create a richly honeyed example of this legendary Sauternes. Pure and with exemplary range , it will do well in the cellar.
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CHATEAU CHEVAL BLANC CHATEAU YQUEM PIERRE LURTON

TASTING NOTES:
Fruit-filled, with fine minerality

Appearance

Yellow gold.

Aroma

Orange bitters, honey and a slight spice come through on the nose.

Taste

Flavours of pineapple, apricot, toasted nuts and the softest hint of saffron from ageing are supported by a finely tuned minerality.

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Pierre Lurton

Estate Director, Château d'Yquem

HOW TO ENJOY YQUEM WINE

HOW TO ENJOY:
Château d'Yquem 2011

  • Service temperature - 9°C
     
  • When to drink - Drink now through 2060+
     
  • Alcohol by volume - 13.7 % Vol.
     
  • Storage advice - Store horizontally in a cool (10-15°C), dark place away from vibrations
     
  • Health warning - Contains sulphites
     
  • Closure - Cork
     
BLEND & ORIGIN WINES

BLEND AND ORIGIN:
Château d'Yquem 2011

Due to a very warm spring, the harvest started and ended early, with picking commencing in the first week of September - the earliest harvest for the past 125 years.
 

The grapes for this blend, 80% sémillon and 20% sauvignon blanc, were carefully picked at intervals to coincide with the changeable weather.

FOOD PAIRING CHÂTEAU D'YQUEM

FOOD PAIRING:
Indulgent dishes

A first course of foie gras will complement the richness of this wine.

A decadent dish of lobster served in its shell is an ideal match.

FOOD PAIRING CHÂTEAU D'YQUEM

FOOD PAIRING:
Indulgent dishes

A first course of foie gras will complement the richness of this wine.

A decadent dish of lobster served in its shell is an ideal match.

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Château d'Yquem 2011
Magnum - 1.5 L