CHÂTEAU D'YQUEM SAUTERNES
BORDEAUX, FRANCE 2021
Why Buy: One doesn't drink a glass of Château d’Yquem — one surrenders to it. This indulgently decadent elixir is, truly, a wine without comparison, and the 100-point 2021 vintage — perfectly aged in d'Yquem's historic cellars in Bordeaux — is a prize for any collection, a wine that simply astonishes with its purity, grace, and refinement.
What They're Saying: James Suckling went into raptures in his 100-point paean, calling it “dreamy … vivid … [a finish that] will linger for ages.”
The Story: During the 1855 classification of Bordeaux and Sauternes, d’Yquem was the only château to be ranked Premier Cru Supérieur. And the methods then, are the methods now: Every grape is hand-selected at harvest to ensure that only the most perfect grapes are ever allowed into the barrel. This meticulous selection results in a drastically-reduced yield, with one vine producing only one glass of Sauternes every year.
Our Tasting Notes: Sauternes is so much more than an after-dinner tipple, and this is an eminently delicious illustration: rich, layered, and lengthy, and with astonishing focus and purity. A knock-out experience for any lover of wine.
Fun Facts: In 1790, Thomas Jefferson purchased 360 bottles of the 1787 vintage of d’Yquem for President George Washington, only to return to Bordeaux to buy 125 bottles for himself.
What to Pair Them With: Perhaps best savored without accompaniment. But it will make gorgeous matches with food, too – most memorably, alongside various preparations of foie gras and pâté.
Our Guarantee: We always buy and source direct, so rest assured – your wine will arrive in your hands with pristine provenance. Secure yours today!
*Offer NOT valid in-store. This offer is made pre-arrival, with wines estimated to be delivered to your preferred store in Fall 2024. With the supply chain issues that we are seeing globally, there may be some unforeseen delays which could affect the ETA. All sale prices are the lowest available at Total Wine & More and ONLY valid through Concierge Sales. No further discounts or coupons may be applied. Offer not valid in CT, KS, MI, NY, TN & WA. This offer is for ONE WEEK, or until sold out, and will expire on Monday, June 24th, 2024.
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