12 bottles per lot
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Lying in Corsham, Wiltshire (Octavian)
Château d'Yquem 1975
Sauternes, 1er grand cru classé
Not in original wooden case. Creased capsules, six damaged. Bin-soiled and stained labels. Levels: nine base of neck, three top-shoulder
Tasting note: The 1975 may turn out to be the greatest of the modern-day Yquem's. When fully mature in another 25-30 years, it may rival the extraordinary 1937 and 1921. This wine continues to evolve at a stubbornly slow pace. It is far more backward than recent vintages such as 1983 and 1986. Nevertheless, it is awesomely concentrated, has perfect balance, and displays the telltale Yquem aromas of vanillin oak, tropical fruit, pineapples, honeyed peaches, and grilled almonds. There is exceptionally crisp acidity that pulls all of the massive extract into precise focus. This is a wine of astonishing power and finesse, with a finish that must be tasted to be believed. It is a monumental effort that may well justify a perfect score in another decade. Anticipated maturity: 2005-2060. Robert Parker. Bordeaux Book, 3rd Edition, Jan 1998
12 bottles per lot
Château d'Yquem 1975
Sauternes, 1er grand cru classé
Not in original wooden case. Creased capsules, six damaged. Bin-soiled and stained labels. Levels: nine base of neck, three top-shoulder
Tasting note: The 1975 may turn out to be the greatest of the modern-day Yquem's. When fully mature in another 25-30 years, it may rival the extraordinary 1937 and 1921. This wine continues to evolve at a stubbornly slow pace. It is far more backward than recent vintages such as 1983 and 1986. Nevertheless, it is awesomely concentrated, has perfect balance, and displays the telltale Yquem aromas of vanillin oak, tropical fruit, pineapples, honeyed peaches, and grilled almonds. There is exceptionally crisp acidity that pulls all of the massive extract into precise focus. This is a wine of astonishing power and finesse, with a finish that must be tasted to be believed. It is a monumental effort that may well justify a perfect score in another decade. Anticipated maturity: 2005-2060. Robert Parker. Bordeaux Book, 3rd Edition, Jan 1998
12 bottles per lot
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