• 97 Points
    Château d'Yquem 2008 Barrel sample (Sauternes)

    96-98 Barrel sample. Impressively balanced, with the fruit rich, intense with a golden glow. The acidity is as important as the freshness, giving a delicious lift to the core of dry, concentrated botrytis. Obviously a great wine for long-term aging in a great Sauternes year.

    — R.V. Published 12/31/2009
  • 97 Points
    Château d'Yquem 2008 Barrel sample (Sauternes)

    96-98 Barrel sample. Impressively balanced, with the fruit rich, intense with a golden glow. The acidity is as important as the freshness, giving a delicious lift to the core of dry, concentrated botrytis. Obviously a great wine for long-term aging in a great Sauternes year.

    — R.V. Published 12/31/2009
  • 97 Points
    Château d'Yquem 2008 Barrel sample (Sauternes)

    96-98 Barrel sample. Impressively balanced, with the fruit rich, intense with a golden glow. The acidity is as important as the freshness, giving a delicious lift to the core of dry, concentrated botrytis. Obviously a great wine for long-term aging in a great Sauternes year.

    — R.V. Published 12/31/2009
  • 97 Points
    Château d'Yquem 2008 Barrel sample (Sauternes)

    96-98 Barrel sample. Impressively balanced, with the fruit rich, intense with a golden glow. The acidity is as important as the freshness, giving a delicious lift to the core of dry, concentrated botrytis. Obviously a great wine for long-term aging in a great Sauternes year.

    — R.V. Published 12/31/2009