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Bottle of Chateau d'Yquem, Sauternes, 2002 (1.5L) - Red Wine - Flatiron Wines & Spirits - New York

Chateau d'Yquem, Sauternes, 2002 (1.5L)

Dessert Wine from Bordeaux, France
by Chateau d'Yquem
$599.00
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Château d'Yquem, often considered the pinnacle of Sauternes, reaches new heights with the 2002 vintage. This 1.5L bottle offers a stunning representation of the estate’s commitment to producing one of the world’s finest dessert wines. Known for its perfect balance of sweetness, acidity, and complexity, this wine is a true masterpiece.

The nose is a captivating bouquet of honey, apricot, and orange blossom, with subtle hints of spice, vanilla, and toasted almonds. The palate is rich and opulent, with layers of candied citrus, ripe peaches, and a touch of marmalade, all framed by a bright, refreshing acidity that keeps the wine balanced and elegant. A soft, velvety mouthfeel leads to a long, lingering finish that reveals additional nuances of saffron, ginger, and a light touch of oak.

Ideal for pairing with foie gras, crème brûlée, or a selection of blue cheeses, this exceptional Sauternes will continue to evolve beautifully with age, making it a perfect choice for collectors and connoisseurs.

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Professional Reviews

Antonio Galloni

AG 90
"The 2002 Yquem has a very seductive nose, fresh almonds, Gâteau Basque, saffron and candle wax, not the most complex compared to other vintages yet nicely focused. The palate keeps it tight and linear on the entry, plenty of concentration though with a counterbalancing bitter edge that keeps this Yquem on its toes. Probably reaching its peak now after almost 20 years, it will surely give two-three more decades of drinking pleasure." -Vinous

Robert Parker

RP 93
"Served from an ex-chateau bottle. The 2002 Chateau d’Yquem has a delightful bouquet with scents of dried honey, marzipan and melted candle wax. It is not the most complex, but it has very good definition. The palate has a controlled, linear opening with fine acidity and a tightly wound spicy core. This 2002 has a slight bitter edge which lends it race and tension. However, there is a touch of austerity here, as if it is holding something back. You might describe this as a serviceable Yquem: everything in its right place, but refusing to let go. This is aYquem sans the ambition of other vintages and yet delicious all the same."

Jancis Robinson

JR 18
"Young Sauternes often reminds me of pear juice and this wine, tasted from a half bottle just couriered from Bordeaux, was like nothing more than the healthiest, cleanest pear juice. Pale gold with a slightly greener tinge than most young Yquem. Very fresh, long and deep-flavoured this wine has that ingredient X that Yquem always seems to manage, but this is certainly not one of the sweetest or most intense Yquems. It is certainly greater than any other 2002 sweet white bordeaux I remember tasting, with the strongly possible exception of Climens, but is almost spookily open for a recently-bottled Yquem. There's the merest hint of astringency on the finish still but this wine could be enjoyed in its relatively simple youth."

Details

  • Grape Variety

    Semillon

  • Vintage

    2002

  • Size

    1.5L

  • Style

    Silky

  • Sweetness

    Sweet

  • Body

    Full Bodied

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