Chateau d'Yquem, Sauternes, France 2016 375ml Santa Ynez Valley still locked

still locked

Mixed berries on the nose with hints of dried herbs that turn to a light balsamic note on the palate

stony aromas

white pepper and bread dough

the notes of passion fruit

Chateau d'Yquem, Sauternes, France 2016 375ml Santa Ynez Valley still lockedA very classic Yquem. Breathtakingly wide spectrum of floral honey, exotic fruit (passion fruit, mango and pineapple), caramel and marzipan aromas. But none of this is a jot too much. In fact, the wine is extremely precise and finely nuanced. Wonderful freshness and textural complexity, in spite of the considerable concentration and extravagance. Very suave and sensual finish that goes on and on. Drink or hold. 99 Pts James Suckling