d'Yquem 1990 (375ml)

Type: Sweet Wine      Volume: 375ml

Winery: d'Yquem

Country: France     Region: Bordeaux

District: Sauternes

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Classification: Premier Cru Superieur - 1855 Classification     Production: 18750 Cases

Alcohol:      Packing: OWC 12

Ratings and Tasting Notes:

WA=98 A warm to hot vintage ideal for producing outstanding reds does not necessarily make for a great Sauternes vintage, but in the case of 1990 it did. Dry, warm winds in the autumn contributed to the level of concentration that this wine exhibits. Fortunately, a little rain in late September and early October ensured that botrytis flourished well in the end, the final factor necessary to achieve this extraordinary expression. WS=95 Truly superb. Yellow with a gold hue. Intense spice, honey and dried orange peel aromas.Full-bodied, very sweet and very alive. Vibrant Sauternes that goes on and on on the palate. Doesn't get much better than this. Beautiful now,but wait.--1990 Bordeaux retrospective. Best after 2010. AG=94+