Château d'Yquem 1988 (12 BT)

Château d'Yquem 1988

Sauternes, 1er Grand Cru Classé

In original tissues, Taiwan importer's back labels

In 2024, as gorgeous as ever. Richly perfumed and all orange butterscotch. Mega freshness, orange zest and majesty on the palate. A real core of concentration and a fabulous marriage of sweetness and attack. One of the greats in the Yquem storybook. It was ever thus, so supremely on top of its game. Richly perfumed and all orange butterscotch. Opulent texture, celestial liquid marmalade and utterly satisfying, especially with apricot and frangipane tart. In 2024, I think this vintage may be the best Yquem of the lot! Serena Sutcliffe, MW 

WA 96 

2022年，一如以往的絢麗燦爛，完美平衡酒體的甜度和酸度。這款酒因此一如以往的表現出色。葡萄酒香氣濃郁，帶有香橙和奶油味，口感豐富，如同渾然天成的橘子果汁。特別是最後的杏桃和法式蛋撻味道，令人心滿意足。施慧娜（葡萄酒大師M.W.）

12 bts (owc)

Provenance

Sotheby’s is honored to offer Part II of The Classic Cellar of an Important Asian Collector. 

Immersed in the vibrant world of hospitality and gastronomy from a young age, the collector has cultivated a sophisticated palate, a deep appreciation for classic wines, and an unwavering commitment to quality. A successful entrepreneur and esteemed wine connoisseur, he is also renowned as a hotel and restaurant operator. His discerning taste shines through in this exceptional collection. 

This remarkable collection features some of the most exquisite Bordeaux Classified Growths and gems from legendary vintages such as Mouton Rothschild 1982, Latour 1982 and Petrus 1989. It also includes distinguished Champagnes from renowned houses such as Comtes de Champagne Blanc de Blancs 1995 and Krug Clos du Mesnil 1990. Complementing these are wines from the iconic Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, spanning the late 1980s to 1990s. Offered in generous parcel quantities, this collection is a true celebration of elegance, tradition, and excellence.

Most of the collection has been acquired over the past three decades from UK and local wine merchants. Almost 100% of the wines were purchased more than 20 years ago. Vintage 1995 and onwards such as Mouton Rothschild and Comte de Champagne were mostly ordered and purchased on release in parcel quantities. The wines have been professionally stored in two professional, temperature-controlled cellars in Taipei since.

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