2020 Château d'Yquem Half Bottle (375ml)

The 2020 Château d'Yquem 1er Grand Cru Classé Supérieur en 1855 Half Bottle (375ml) is an extraordinary Sauternes from Bordeaux's only estate classified as Premier Cru Classé Supérieur in the historic 1855 Classification. Crafted predominantly from Sémillon with Sauvignon Blanc, the exceptional 2020 vintage combines remarkable concentration with precision and freshness. Presented in magnum format, the wine will mature more slowly, allowing its extraordinary complexity to evolve gracefully over many decades. The nose is intensely aromatic with layers of apricot, peach and candied citrus, complemented by acacia honey, orange blossom, saffron, vanilla and delicate toasted almond.

On the palate, it is rich and impeccably balanced, with vibrant acidity providing freshness to flavours of marmalade, ripe stone fruit, quince, honeycomb and citrus preserve. A silky texture, remarkable purity and mineral precision lead to an exceptionally long, seamless finish. The magnum format further enhances the wine's longevity, making it an outstanding choice for long-term cellaring or significant occasions.

Ben's Recommendation:
At Wine More Cellars, this magnum is an exceptional addition to any serious wine collection and a benchmark example of the world's greatest sweet wine. Serve lightly chilled with foie gras, Roquefort or other blue cheeses, tarte Tatin, crème brûlée or fruit-based desserts. While already stunning in its youth, it will continue to evolve magnificently over the next 40–60 years under ideal cellaring conditions.