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D'YQUEM IN IMPERIAL
Lying in Weybridge, Surrey (EHD)
Château d'Yquem--Vintage 1983
Sauternes, 1er grand cru classé
In original wooden case, second hand lid
Tasting note: Tasted on very many occasions, notes as glowing as the wine itself. In 2003, vertical at the château: a lovely orange gold with lime-coloured rim; initially low-keyed but harmonious, its ambrosial honey beyond description; sweet yet crisp, lovely fruit and flavour, excellent acidity. 'Perfect now'. Will keep. However, most recently, some bottle variation, a deeper old-gold colour and 'old apricots' bouquet; some appeared to be drying out. Last tasted at the château. April 2006. At best ***** M.B.
1 impériale per lot
Lying in Weybridge, Surrey (EHD)
Château d'Yquem--Vintage 1983
Sauternes, 1er grand cru classé
In original wooden case, second hand lid
Tasting note: Tasted on very many occasions, notes as glowing as the wine itself. In 2003, vertical at the château: a lovely orange gold with lime-coloured rim; initially low-keyed but harmonious, its ambrosial honey beyond description; sweet yet crisp, lovely fruit and flavour, excellent acidity. 'Perfect now'. Will keep. However, most recently, some bottle variation, a deeper old-gold colour and 'old apricots' bouquet; some appeared to be drying out. Last tasted at the château. April 2006. At best ***** M.B.
1 impériale per lot
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