2001: The greatest Chateau d’Yquem of the past 57 years

The most universally lauded since the 1967 vintage -
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Just some of the Reviews!

“Just a perfect Yquem – absolutely flawless.
Neil Martin, 2007

The winemakers at Yquem says it's their greatest modern wine ever. They have not exaggerated.
- James Suckling 2005

“Lurton, 47, (the Estate Director) and the estate's head cellar master Francis Mayeur, 46, say that the 2001 Yquem is a benchmark for the property and will take its place as a classic in the same light as legendary vintages of the last century, including 1967, 1959, 1947 and 1921.”
A rare 20/20 from the hard marking
Jancis Robinson

“A Perfect Yquem”
James Suckling 2005

“…a perfect sweet white Bordeaux”
Robert Parker

‘This honestly may be the greatest Yquem ever.’
Farr Vintners

‘‘…If it were possible to give a wine more than 100 points, this would be a candidate…”James Suckling

“The 2001 Château d ’Yquem is undoubtedly one of the greatest Sauternes ever made and has near limitless potential longevity.”
Hedonism Wine

“…A wine that every wine lover should taste once in their life, it should be just about immortal”
Jeb Dunnuck

“… it is perfect. … Irrespective of points, it is simply one of the most magnificent wines of any kind that can pass your lips.” 2021 VinousNeal Martin

“The greatest young Yquem I have ever tasted from bottle.”
Wine Spectator

20/20 points
Rene Gabriel the self-styled Swiss “Wine Pope” … & Author of “The Wine Bible”