2011 Château d’Yquem - Sauternes 1er Cru Supérieur - 1 Bottle (0.75L)

Château d’Yquem 2011 – Premier Cru Supérieur – Sauternes – Bordeaux – 75 cl A legendary Sauternes from an exceptional château – one of the most prestigious noble-sweet wines in the world. Offered is one bottle Château d’Yquem 2011 of 75 cl, originating from the famous Sauternes appellation in Bordeaux, France. Château d’Yquem has enjoyed an exceptional international reputation for centuries. The estate occupies a unique position within the historical Bordeaux Classification of 1855, where it is the only Sauternes to have earned the highest distinction, Premier Cru Supérieur. Vintage 2011 – A masterpiece of elegance and concentration The 2011 vintage belongs to the highly valued modern vintages of Château d’Yquem. This prestigious wine combines extraordinary aromatic richness with the characteristic elegance, freshness, and harmony that have made Château d’Yquem world famous. The complex aromatic character is distinguished by refined nuances of candied apricot, ripe peach, honey, orange zest, exotic fruit, and subtle spicy notes. The combination of natural sweetness, bright acidity, and an exceptionally long finish gives this wine its impressive balance and depth. A unique Premier Cru Supérieur The grapes for Château d’Yquem are selected with exceptional precision, with the development of noble rot (Botrytis cinerea) playing a decisive role. This highly labor-intensive method results in a wine of remarkable concentration, complexity, and outstanding aging potential. Château d’Yquem therefore ranks among the most valued names among international wine collectors and lovers of great dessert wines. Careful storage – Wine climate cabinet at 12 °C The offered bottle has been kept with the greatest care since purchase in a high-quality electric wine climate cabinet, set to a constant temperature of 12 °C. The wine was stored under controlled temperature conditions, with special attention to optimal aging and preservation of its distinctive character. Specifications Château: Château d’Yquem Vintage: 2011 Origin: Sauternes, Bordeaux, France Classification: Premier Cru Supérieur (1855) Appellation: Sauternes AOC Type: Noble-sweet white wine Grape varieties: Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc Contents: 75 cl Quantity: 1 bottle Storage: Electric wine climate cabinet at 12 °C Condition The bottle is offered in the condition as shown in the original photos. The label presents itself in a well-maintained state. The characteristic gold-amber wine is clearly visible. The photos form an integral part of the description. A wonderful opportunity for the discerning enthusiast or collector to add a Château d’Yquem 2011 to their wine collection. An iconic Sauternes with an exceptional history, great international reputation, and impressive aging potential.

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