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Château d'Yquem Sauternes Sémillon-Sauvignon Blanc Blend 1989 (375ml)
The favorite sweet wine of millionaires, Chateau d'Yquem has, not unexpectedly, turned in a brilliant effort with their newly released 1989. It is a large-scaled, massively rich, unctuously-textured wine that should evolve effortlessly for a half century or more. It does not reveal the compelling finesse and complexity of the 1988 or 1986, but it is a far heavier, richer wine than either of those vintages. It is reminiscent of the 1976, with additional fat and glycerin. The wine is extremely alcoholic and rich, with a huge nose of smoky, honey-covered coconuts and overripe pineapples and apricots. As with most young vintages of Yquem, the wine's structure is barely noticeable. These wines are so highly extracted and rich yet approachable young, it is difficult to believe they will last for 50 or more years. The 1989 is the richest Yquem made in the eighties, and it has an edge in complexity over the powerhouse 1983. Robert Parker
Ratings on Delectable
Dr. Owen Bargreen 
The 1989 Chateau D’Yquem is a stunning showing at more than 30 years of age. While this is obviously showing some signs of age, the bright acidity of the wine shows that this still has many years to go. Nutmeg, butterscotch, Meyer lemon creme brûlée and toffee aromas fill the glass and entice the senses. The palate shows serious weight and tension leading to toffee infused bananas foster, kumquat zest and roasted pineapple creme brûlée flavors that meld together in harmony. Complex and insanely delicious this wine is near perfection in the bottle. The finish to this wine is truly astounding and lasts for more than one minute. While it is gorgeous now, this will continue to evolve for the next decade or more. Drink 2020-2035- 99
The 1989 Chateau D’Yquem is a stunning showing at more than 30 years of age. While this is obviously showing some signs of age, the bright acidity of the wine shows that this still has many years to go. Nutmeg, butterscotch, Meyer lemon creme brûlée and toffee aromas fill the glass and entice the senses. The palate shows serious weight and tension leading to toffee infused bananas foster, kumquat zest and roasted pineapple creme brûlée flavors that meld together in harmony. Complex and insanely delicious this wine is near perfection in the bottle. The finish to this wine is truly astounding and lasts for more than one minute. While it is gorgeous now, this will continue to evolve for the next decade or more. Drink 2020-2035- 99
9.9
Mike Saviage
Orange gold, like motor oil in the glass. Sweet exotic nose. Notes of apricot, ripe pit fruit, and spice. Very rich in the mouth but lacks the desired acidity to make this a great d'Yquem.
Orange gold, like motor oil in the glass. Sweet exotic nose. Notes of apricot, ripe pit fruit, and spice. Very rich in the mouth but lacks the desired acidity to make this a great d'Yquem.
9.3Mike Saviage
Deep gold color. Tropical nose of ripe apricots, lemon pie and creme brûlée. More fruit than structure. Very ripe year. Nice finish.
Deep gold color. Tropical nose of ripe apricots, lemon pie and creme brûlée. More fruit than structure. Very ripe year. Nice finish.
9.4
Robert Cunningham
Wine Educator DeVinimus, Wine Workshop
Half bottle. Showing beautifully
Half bottle. Showing beautifully
9.4
Yoon Ha
Master Sommelier/Wine Director Benu
In a super stage right now balancing refinement and power.
In a super stage right now balancing refinement and power.
9.7
Scott Barber
Wine Educator Meadowood Napa Valley
Great vintage in a great place now.
Great vintage in a great place now.
9.7Vivek Surti
Marketing Director Nashville Wine Auction
It's like perfection in a glass
It's like perfection in a glass
10
Scott T
VP/Senior Wine Specialist Christie's
This is Pro. Level 10. Black Diamond. Cat 1. So young...very sexy
This is Pro. Level 10. Black Diamond. Cat 1. So young...very sexy
9.9Scott Claffee
Pure joy, as always.
Pure joy, as always.
9.8Erich Broksas
Early Mountain Vineyards
Wow. 1989.
Wow. 1989.
9.3
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