2015 Chateau d'Yquem Y (Ygrec)

Proprietary Blend - 750ML
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WS 95 JL 94 WA 92
WS 95

Wine Spectator, January 2018

This offers creamed yellow apple, green melon and verbena notes surrounded by a brioche and salted butter frame. The long and flattering finish lets a second wave of coconut, candied lemon peel and heather glide through...
JL 94

TheWineCellarInsider.com, November 2018

A slightly, lusher, rounder, sweeter style of Y de Yquem, combining incredibly ripe, pineapple, white peach, flowers and a dab of honey in the background. Even with more opulence in this year, the racy acidity blasts over...
WA 92

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, April 2017

The Sauvignon Blanc (75% of the blend) was picked quickly from 25-27 August this year, the Sémillon on 3 and 4 September. It has six grams per liter of residual sugar and the pH, a sizzling 3.20. It has an intriguing...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type White
Varietal Proprietary Blend
Country France
Region Bordeaux
Sub-region Bordeaux Superieur
Vintage 2015
Size 750ML
Percent alcohol 14%
Closure Cork

Sauternes is the best and most sought-after region for dessert wine in Bordeaux, perhaps in all of France. Chateau d’Yquem is the most celebrated of all Sauternes producers.

The history of d’Yquem can be traced back to 1593, when local nobleman Jacques Sauvage became the feudal overseer of the property. The area was already home to late-harvest wines even then, and the Sauvage family moved things forward, creating “modern” vineyards—and the famous chateau—on the unique hill that contributes to d’Yquem’s outstanding quality. In 1711, the Sauvage family became full owners of the property and managed to retain it through the French Revolution.

The quality and reputation of Chateau d’Yquem wine improved as the vineyard was methodically expanded and enhanced. By the late 18th century, it was celebrated internationally and counted Thomas Jefferson among its staunch supporters. But the house continued to innovate and better its practices. The constructed a large, purpose-built cellar for maturation and aging in 1826 and, not long after, began harvesting in multiple passes to optimize fruit quality. This work was rewarded when Chateau d’Yquem was designated the only 1er Cru Superieur dessert wine in the famous 1855 classification of Bordeaux wines.

The 2015 Chateau d'Yquem Y (Ygrec) is a remarkable white wine from the Bordeaux region of France. Produced by the prestigious Chateau d'Yquem, this wine is a blend of Sauvignon Blanc (75%) and Sémillon (25%), harvested at different times to ensure optimal ripeness and flavor development.

In the glass, this wine displays a beautiful golden color, enticing the senses before the first sip. The nose is immediately captivating, with aromas of melted wax, white flowers, and a hint of sea spray. As the wine opens up, the marine influence becomes more pronounced, adding a unique and intriguing element.

On the palate, the 2015 Y (Ygrec) offers a refreshing entry, with flavors of fresh ginger and lemongrass dancing on the taste buds. Lively and vibrant, this wine reveals shades of orange rind and sour lemon towards the persistent finish. The acidity is well-balanced, adding to the wine's overall freshness.

With six grams per liter of residual sugar and a pH of 3.20, this wine has a touch of sweetness that perfectly complements its vibrant acidity. It is a distinctive dry Bordeaux, showcasing the expertise of the most famous Sauternes estate.

Renowned wine critic Neal Martin awarded this wine 92 points, praising its unique character and suggesting that it will continue to evolve beautifully with age. Wine Spectator also awarded it an impressive 95 points, noting the creamy yellow apple, green melon, and verbena flavors, as well as the long and flattering finish.

Jeff Leve of TheWineCellarInsider.com gave this wine 94 points, describing it as slightly lusher and rounder compared to previous vintages. He highlights the incredibly ripe pineapple, white peach, and floral notes, as well as the racy acidity that adds a beautiful tension to the wine.

Overall, the 2015 Chateau d'Yquem Y (Ygrec) is a complex and captivating white wine that showcases the exceptional quality of this renowned estate. It is a wine that can be enjoyed now or cellared for several years to allow it to further develop and reveal its full potential.