overall a bright persistent red fruited wine with soft fine grain tannins and vibrant acidity built for early enjoyment
soft and juicy mouth feel with hints of cinnamon
with crisp acidity that is typical for this variety
Aged on full lees for eight months in tank
The fruit is harvested from two clones of mature merlot vines in section A & D on the estate vineyard
Chateau d’Yquem, 1er Supérieur G.C.C, 1855 Sauternes 1990 Size::6 Bottle Case overall a bright persistent red"Allocation only, email wine@worldwine. com. au to secure allocation" A vintage that reflects a beautiful hot, dry summer that stopped short of anything excessive. Lasting from 17 9 to 10 10, the harvest was very intense picking took place every day during that time, except on weekends. The weather was outstanding, the grapes were ideal, and this is an extraordinary, amazingly successful vintage an archetypal great Yquem with tremendous balance,