CHATEAU D'YQUEM 1983 |

Château d'Yquem 1983 Sauternes, 1er Grand Cru ClasséLot 6419: u. 7bn, 3vts, 1ms, 2 labels damp stained, rest very good, 3 capsules slightly corroded on top, from different importers, Lot 6420: u. 9bn, 2vts, slightly corroded capsule with minor signs of seepageIn 2015, and from an Imperial, an amazing botrytis and grapefruit nose. Then the apricots and caramel come rolling in. Rich crème brûlée Yquem, with fresh, peachy acidity and a real youthful spring in its step, probably due to the large format. Ends on a juicy oranges note. Serena Sutcliffe, MW WA 96 6419:12 bts (cn) 6420:12 bts (cn)Estimates are per lot