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🏰 Château d'Yquem's Y de Yquem 2022 is the dry white wine from the legendary Sauternes estate, offering a rare glimpse into their exceptional terroir through a different lens. The 2022 vintage in Bordeaux was marked by extreme heat and drought, yet many estates, including Yquem, managed to produce wines of remarkable quality, often with concentrated fruit and vibrant acidity. This Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon blend typically presents a complex aromatic profile of white flowers, citrus, exotic fruits, and a distinctive minerality, often with a subtle hint of the noble rot influence that defines their sweet wines. The palate is usually rich and textural, balanced by a refreshing acidity and a long, elegant finish. 【The rare dry white expression from the iconic Château d'Yquem, showcasing exceptional terroir in a challenging yet rewarding vintage】.
🍴 Y de Yquem is a superb food wine. It pairs beautifully with rich seafood, such as grilled lobster, pan-seared scallops, or fine white fish in a creamy sauce. It also complements poultry dishes, particularly roasted chicken with herbs, and is excellent with goat cheese or other fresh, tangy cheeses. Its complexity can also stand up to lighter Asian-inspired dishes.
🥂 This wine is perfect for a sophisticated lunch, an elegant dinner, or as a luxurious aperitif. It's an excellent choice for celebrating milestones or for impressing discerning guests with a unique and prestigious dry white Bordeaux.
BACKGROUND
Chateau d'Yquem is a property in the Sauternes district of Bordeaux, making what is arguably the world's most famous dessert wine.The Yquem vineyard is planted to around 75 percent Semillon and 25 percent Sauvignon Blanc. A team of around 150 expert pickers are used each vintage and make multiple passes through the vineyard to ensure that only fully botrytized fruit is harvested. Yields are very low – about 900 liters per hectare, or around one glass per vine.