Château d'Yquem 1986

Tasting notes

"(...)  Several highly respected Bordeaux negociants who are Yquem enthusiasts claim the 1986 Yquem is the greatest wine produced at the property since the legendary 1937. Its enthralling bouquet of pineapples, sauteed hazelnuts, vanillin, and ripe apricots is breathtaking. Compellingly concentrated, the breadth as well as depth of flavor seemingly know no limits. This full-bodied, powerful, yet impeccably balanced Yquem should provide memorable drinking for 40-55 more years. Like the 1983, this is another winemaking tour de force."

Source: Robert Parker

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INFORMATIONS ABOUT THE ESTATE

The Yquem estate comprises 188 hectares, of which 110 are planted to vines and 105 are generally in production.

Only the portion of the harvest judged to be perfect is bottled under the Château d'Yquem label, and in certain years the entire harvest may be declassified. This was the case, for example, in 1964, 1972, 1974, 1992 and recently in 2012.

In certain years, Château d'Yquem produces a small amount of dry white wine composed of 50 % Sauvignon and 50 % Sémillion: Y, whose bouquet and power make it stand out among the white wines of Bordeaux.

Production 100'000 bottles ;

Surface 105 ha ;

Wine variety 80 % sémillon, 20 % sauvignon;

Best vintages 2009, 2007, 2001, 1990, 1988, 1986, 1975, 1945, 1847, 1811.

Data sheet

  • Color Sweet white
  • Country Bordeaux
  • Appellation Sauternes
  • Classement First Growth. Premier Cru Superieur Classe in 1855 (Sauternes)
  • Vintage 1986
  • Rating Robert Parker: 98 /100
  • Peak: until 2040
  • Size Bottle (0.75 l)

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