Chateau d'Yquem Sauternes No. 3 - 0,75l

A rare special bottling from Château d’Yquem, Sauternes No. 3 was created exclusively for the estate’s valued friends and employees, and never released through normal trade channels. Crafted as a multi-vintage cuvée for consistent quality and greater approachability, it captures the house’s legendary Sauternes style in a more accessible and fresh expression.

Tasting Notes
Expect a classic golden hue, reflecting the richness and concentration associated with great Sauternes. The nose is likely to show layered aromas of honey, candied citrus, dried apricot, and subtle floral tones, with the noble depth that defines Yquem. On the palate, the wine should feel lush yet balanced, combining sweetness with a lively freshness that keeps it elegant rather than heavy. The multi-vintage blending is designed to deliver harmony and consistency, giving this bottling excellent immediate appeal while still offering the structure and sweetness balance to age gracefully over time.

Production
This special Yquem Sauternes is a cuvée assembled from several vintages between 2011 and 2016, with the exact blend designed to maintain a stable house style rather than reflect the character of a single harvest. Château d’Yquem’s approach here emphasizes consistency, freshness, and accessibility, while preserving the concentration and complexity expected from this iconic Sauternes estate.

Food & Serving
Serve well chilled, ideally around 8-10°C, to highlight the wine’s freshness and balance. It pairs beautifully with foie gras, blue cheese, tarte Tatin, stone fruit desserts, or simply on its own as a luxurious after-dinner wine; decanting is generally unnecessary, though a short aeration may help if the bottle has been stored for a long time.

Producer
Château d’Yquem is one of Bordeaux’s most celebrated estates and the most iconic name in Sauternes, long regarded as the benchmark for noble sweet wine. Owned by LVMH, the château has a historic reputation for exceptional quality and has earned worldwide acclaim for producing wines of remarkable concentration, longevity, and finesse.

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