Château d'Yquem 2001 Sauternes, 1er Grand Cru Classé
Lot 7796: 6 bts - In original tissues, 6 bts - In original tissues, Lot 7797: 6 bts - In original tissues, 6 bts - In original tissues, Lot 7798: 6 bts - In original tissues, 6 bts - In original tissues, Lot 7799: 6 bts - In original tissues, 6 bts - In original tissues, Lot 7800: 6 bts - In original tissues, 6 bts - In original tissues, Lot 7801: 6 bts - In original tissues, 6 bts - In original tissues, Lot 7802: 6 bts - In original tissues, 6 bts - In original tissues, Lot 7803: 6 bts - In original tissues, 6 bts - In original tissues, Lot 7804: 6 bts - In original tissues, 6 bts - In original tissues
Pierre Lurton did the blending for this vintage - and what a beginning. It is just so lemony on the nose, an amazing explosion of lemon curd aromas and flavours. Extraordinary creamy brilliance - like a diamond. Unbelievably pure and 'magnetic'. Stunningly fresh and immediate. Seamless silky opulence with perfect acidity and balance. Yes, I admit the obvious - I simply adore this. Serena Sutcliffe, MW
WA 100
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