Overview
The world's greatest sweet wine appellation. Morning mists from the Ciron river create perfect conditions for noble rot, concentrating grapes to nectar. Château d'Yquem is wine's most celebrated sweet estate.
In The Glass
- Colour
- Deep gold
- Nose
- Apricot jam, Mango, Peach, Saffron and Honey.
- Palate
- Liquid gold — the world's most complex sweet wine. Generally full-bodied, crisp acidity, luscious, with a very long finish.
Tasting Profile
Body Full4/5
Tannins Silky1/5
Acidity Crisp4/5
Sweetness Luscious5/5
Alcohol Medium3/5
Grapes
SémillonSauvignon BlancMuscadelle
Aromas And Notes
Apricot jamMangoPeachPineappleOrange zestSaffronHoneyMarmaladeGingerCrème brûléeNutBeeswax
Terroir
Maritime with Ciron river morning mists — ideal botrytis conditions.
GravelClayLimestone
Food Pairings
Foie grasRoquefortFruit tartsCrème brûlée
Notable Producers
- Château d'Yquem, founded 1593 - Château d'Yquem
- Château Rieussec, founded 1788 - Rieussec Premier Cru