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Chateau d'Yquem 2023 375ml (Half Bottle)

SKU: CDYQ202375 UCNZ

$450.00

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Château d'Yquem stands alone in Bordeaux as the only estate classified Premier Cru Supérieur in the Bordeaux Wine Official Classification of 1855, a recognition of its unrivalled reputation for producing the world’s greatest sweet wines.

The 2023 vintage marks the third chapter in a remarkable trilogy for Château d'Yquem. After the perfect 100 point 2021 and 2022 vintages, the 2023 has already received three 100 point scores, confirming an extraordinary run for the estate.

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Critic Scores

100 // The Wine Advocate

"With 153 grams per liter of residual sugar—placing it among the 10 most concentrated vintages in the château’s history—the 2023 d'Yquem ranks among the finest wines bottled here under Lorenzo Pasquini’s direction. It unfurls from the glass with a complex, vibrant and remarkably pure bouquet of pineapple, guava, mango, confit citrus, beeswax and spices. Full-bodied, dense and concentrated, it combines formidable depth with perfectly judged control, built around a fleshy core of fruit, framed by lively acidity and a crystalline texture and culminating in an endless, refined and ethereal finish. Yquem’s natural power is here masterfully harnessed by the vintage’s freshness and tension, revealing an aesthetic of precision and vibrancy encountered only in the estate’s greatest years—made all the more remarkable by the fact that the château now achieves even higher levels of concentration than a decade ago, without any perceptible increase in sweetness on the palate. - Yohan Castaing"

100 // Jane Anson

"Power, freshness, depth, after the extremes of 2021 and 2022, this walks the line between the two, exceptional, mandarin, quince, mirabelle plums, white truffle, fresh fruit and confit fruit, a vibration of slate and steel, opulent but slices closed on the finish. The botrytis came early and quickly in 2023. Francis Mayeur in final vintage as consultant, after many years as inhouse winemaking team, Lorenzo Pasquini director. 154g/l residual sugar, 3.85ph, harvest September 14 to October 11."

100 // James Suckling

"Perfect aromas carry through to every milliliter of this wine, showing intense orange peel, honey, butterscotch, saffron, smoke and peat, with hints of coffee and dried apples. Full-bodied but weightless and silky, with an excellent balance of fruit, sweetness and spices. Some peanut brittle, dried oranges and lemons at the end. I can’t get over how wonderful this is now, but it can age forever. 154 g/L residual sugar. Drink or hold."

Product Details

Dessert

2023

Sauvignon Blanc/Semillon

Chateau d'Yquem

Graves, Bordeaux, France

15 Plus Years

Cork

14.0%

375ml (Half Bottle)

Pre-Order

Sustainable

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Description

Château d'Yquem 2023 375ml (Half Bottle) is a stunning representation of Bordeaux’s most prestigious sweet wine estate, uniquely honored as the sole Premier Cru Supérieur in the Bordeaux Wine Official Classification of 1855. This elite status celebrates Château d'Yquem’s unparalleled heritage and expertise in crafting sweet wines of exceptional quality, complexity, and longevity.

The 2023 vintage continues an extraordinary trilogy of vintages, following the critically acclaimed 2021 and 2022 releases, each awarded perfect 100-point scores. Early acclaim for the 2023 includes three separate 100-point ratings, reinforcing Château d'Yquem’s status as the benchmark of sweet wine excellence and consistency.

Presented in a convenient 375ml half bottle, this format intensifies the wine’s rich aromas and concentrated flavors, making it ideal for intimate enjoyment. The wine showcases a precise balance of luscious sweetness and vibrant acidity, with elegant layers of ripe tropical fruits, honeyed apricot, and subtle floral notes. The silky, opulent palate glides seamlessly to an incredibly long, refined finish that epitomizes Château d'Yquem’s signature style.

Originating from the famed Sauternes appellation in Bordeaux, the 2023 vintage benefitted from meticulous vineyard management and near-perfect climatic conditions, enhancing the wine’s depth and finesse. This vintage exemplifies Château d'Yquem’s mastery in producing sweet wines that mature gracefully, offering decades of aging potential and evolving complexity.

Pre-arrival offer now available, with delivery scheduled from October 2026 onwards. This exclusive opportunity invites collectors and aficionados to secure a future classic poised to deliver extraordinary richness and elegance upon release.

Château d'Yquem 2023 is a timeless expression of Bordeaux luxury, renowned for its unparalleled sweetness, balance, and sophistication.
Tasting Profile

Light

Full

Low Tannin

Tannic

Sweet

Dry

Low Acidity

High Acidity

Food Pairings:

Asian

Fish

Shellfish

Tasting Notes

Description

Château d'Yquem 2023 375ml (Half Bottle) is a stunning representation of Bordeaux’s most prestigious sweet wine estate, uniquely honored as the sole Premier Cru Supérieur in the Bordeaux Wine Official Classification of 1855. This elite status celebrates Château d'Yquem’s unparalleled heritage and expertise in crafting sweet wines of exceptional quality, complexity, and longevity.

The 2023 vintage continues an extraordinary trilogy of vintages, following the critically acclaimed 2021 and 2022 releases, each awarded perfect 100-point scores. Early acclaim for the 2023 includes three separate 100-point ratings, reinforcing Château d'Yquem’s status as the benchmark of sweet wine excellence and consistency.

Presented in a convenient 375ml half bottle, this format intensifies the wine’s rich aromas and concentrated flavors, making it ideal for intimate enjoyment. The wine showcases a precise balance of luscious sweetness and vibrant acidity, with elegant layers of ripe tropical fruits, honeyed apricot, and subtle floral notes. The silky, opulent palate glides seamlessly to an incredibly long, refined finish that epitomizes Château d'Yquem’s signature style.

Originating from the famed Sauternes appellation in Bordeaux, the 2023 vintage benefitted from meticulous vineyard management and near-perfect climatic conditions, enhancing the wine’s depth and finesse. This vintage exemplifies Château d'Yquem’s mastery in producing sweet wines that mature gracefully, offering decades of aging potential and evolving complexity.

Pre-arrival offer now available, with delivery scheduled from October 2026 onwards. This exclusive opportunity invites collectors and aficionados to secure a future classic poised to deliver extraordinary richness and elegance upon release.

Château d'Yquem 2023 is a timeless expression of Bordeaux luxury, renowned for its unparalleled sweetness, balance, and sophistication.

Tasting Profile

Light
Full

Low Tannin
Tannic

Sweet
Dry

Low Acidity
High Acidity

Food Pairings:

Asian

Fish

Shellfish

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