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2005 Chateau d'Yquem

BordeauxFortified and SweetFeatured WinesHighly RecommendInternationalNew ArrivalsPrivate Cellar

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One of the world's greatest sweet wines, from an outstanding vintage. The pinnacle of dessert wine that is on a par with the château's most illustrious vintages. The tremendously varied and complex flavours all seem to vibrate on the same wavelength, melting into a subtle whole. Once this is experienced, there is an irresistible urge to plunge back into this sensual, infinitely rich universe.

Region - Bordeaux

Type - Fortified and Sweet

Year - 2005

Winery - Bordeaux

Grape - Sauternes

Volume - Standard - 750ml

About the wine

Tasting notes

Intense aromas of pineapple, honey, vanilla and apple pie. Full-bodied, with rich fruit thatgives a cream, pineapple and honey character, yet the wine is compacted and reserved. Longand lively. This has more of a kick at the end compared with 2002, but the 2001 has the edgestill with its racy acidity.

Wine descriptors

Big and Rich, Captivating and Complex, For the Cellar, Juicy and Fruity, Something Special, Sweeter Side

Fruit aromas & flavour

Citrus, Dried Fruits, Tropicals

Other aromas & flavour

Candied Fruit, Florals, Spices, Vanilla

Body type

full

Acidity

light

Food pairings

Pork

Cheese

Pizza

Fish

Red Meat

Pasta

BBQ

Vegetables

Poultry

Shellfish

Oysters

Spicy Foods

Cured Meats

Desserts

Expert review

Lovely, brilliant, golden-yellow colour. Concentrated nose of apricot compote, dried fruit, and figs with vanilla and floral (jasmine and acacia blossom) aromas. The bouquet opens up after swirling in the glass to reveal extremely fresh citrus zest overtones that emphasise the wine's subtle refinement. 2005 Yquem starts out deliciously suave and caressing on the palate, with perfect balance. The fresh acidity and elegance complement the wine's restrained power, giving it incredible class. There are strong flavours of gingerbread, orange nonette cakes, and liquorice followed by a gorgeous acid tang that underpins the wine's beautiful, long aftertaste.

Chateau D'Yquem's Tasting Panel