Château d'Yquem 2010 [6liters butelj]

Vinum Wine Magazine

VertdeVin

The nose is fruity , elegant and fresh . It reveals slight notes of c andied lemon and hints of honey associated with slight hints of quince , persimmon , compote d white fruits (brugno n, pear ) as well as discreet hi n ts of pâtisseries , brioche and gingerbread . The palate is fruity , fine, well-balanced and offers a beautiful / slight mineral frame, a very beautiful balanced as well as a beautiful finesse/ delicacy . In the mouth this wine expresses slight notes of lemon , compote d white fruits (brugnon, pear ) and slight notes of quenette associated with a discreet hint of spices , cardamom and green tea . Good length and beautiful persistence .

Jeff Leve, The Wine Cellar Insider

Leaning to, but not quite at the orange side of the style range, the wine serves up its floral, spice, candied orange, apricot, roasted nut, pineapple, vanilla and creme brulee nose. There is richness, intensity, opulence, sweetness and freshness. The wine is youthful, yet approachable, honeyed, but not cloying, balanced and vibrant. You can enjoy this today, in a decade, or in 50 years your kids can toast you.

Robert Parker Wine Advocate

Pale to medium lemon-gold color, the 2010 d'Yquem has retreated into its shell at this youthful stage, offering spritely suggestions of lemon curd, lime cordial and green mango with wafts of honeysuckle, spice cake, sea spray and beeswax plus a hint of gingerbread. The palate really comes through with super intense, tightly wound citrus, savory and mineral layers carried by a laser-precise backbone of freshness, finishing with crazy persistence that lingers a full three minutes and then some. This is going to be a very exotic, opulent Yquem!

Tom Cannavan

Six passes through the vineyard, 141g/l sugar and harvested late. Lovely apricot and barley sugar botrytis immediately evident. Delightful little leaf tea and orange notes. Rich and fragrant. Fabulous palate: really fresh, with opulent richness and that juicy nectarine elegance and soft honeyed notes. There's some exotic mango and white flower lift, the acidity is excellent, with a touch of nuttiness and really great length. This has fabulous elegance and richness in combination, and really vibrant character.