Château d'Yquem 1970 (3 BT)

Château d'Yquem 1970

Sauternes, 1er Grand Cru Classé

u. 1bn, 1vts, 1ts, 2 labels slightly soiled, tissue and staw wrapped, packed in a 6 bottle owc, banded and sealed with wax and string until inspection; 2 étiquettes légèrement sales,bouteilles enveloppées de papier de soie et de paille, emballées dans un caisse bois d'origine de 6 bouteilles, bandées et scellées avec de la cire et de la ficelle jusqu'à l'inspection

Lovely luscious nose. Voluptuous and honied on the palate with a taste of tempting rich sultanas. Sweet and liqueurish. Full and plump, but less complex than the 1971 or the 1975. At 37 years old, it was all rich caramel, huge and voluptuous with flavours of dates and sultanas. One-dimensional in comparison with the greatest, but full on Yquem. In 2010 in Hong Kong, a perfect end to a perfect birthday dinner given by a very kind and generous host. Serena Sutcliffe, MW

WA 90

3 bts (owc)

Part I: Removed from the cellar of a cellar of a magnificent estate, this collection has been gathered by a prominent European Family of collectors. With impeccable provenance, most of the wines were sourced directly at the properties since the 1970s. Rarities include Magnum of Latour 1926 and Yquem 1945, together with a vast array of pre War Burgundy in perfect condition from Louis Latour from legendary vintages such as 1919, 1929, 1947 and 1949. Other highlights include 60s and 70s Bordeaux, Burgundy and Champagne together with a rare offering of Spirits including rare Bally Rhum from 1929 and 1939

LYING AT HILLEBRAND BEAUNE, Offered Duty Paid