Château D'Yquem, 1er Cru Classé Supérieur. Sauternes (Half bottle)

Alcohol percentage: 14%

Area:
The beautiful building of D’Yquem is easily visible in the southern part of Sauternes, just south east of Bordeaux.

Grape variety:
Semillon (normally 80%) and Sauvignon Blanc, matured in new oak for 3 years.

Producer:
D’Yquem has long been recognised as the greatest Sauternes estate – having the unique ranking of Premier Cru Supérieur in the 1855 classification.

Vintage:
An outstanding year.

Maturity potential:
2010-2040, but in halves perhaps best to drink by 2030.