2017 Château d'Yquem - Sauternes

Château d'Yquem 2017 - Greatness born of adversity

A legendary Sauternes from an extreme year

Château d'Yquem 2017 is proof that true greatness comes from uncompromising choices. In a year marked by frost and drastically low yields, Château d'Yquem decided to bottle only what approached perfection. The result is an extremely rare and pure expression of Sauternes, in which finesse, freshness and concentration blend seamlessly.

Due to rigorous selection and minimal volumes, 2017 is among the smallest productions in Yquem's modern history. It is precisely this scarcity, combined with exceptional precision, that makes this vintage a coveted collector's wine.

Trial Experience

• Bright golden yellow with vibrant brilliance
• Aromas of honey, white peach, apricot and candied citrus
• Silky texture with razor-sharp freshness
• Long, elegant finish with floral finesse

The story behind the wine

• Only Premier Cru Supérieur within the 1855 classification
• Extremely low yield due to frost - unprecedented selection
• Perfect balance of sweetness, acidity and tension
• A wine with potential to age for more than a century