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Wine Description
The Story
The pleasure derived from tasting Yquem is difficult to describe.
It offers a myriad of well-balanced, complex flavours that generate even more harmonies over time. The impression that remains is reminiscent of a quote from Frédéric Dard "the silence that follows a piece by Mozart, in which the listener remains suffused with the music". This reflects the fact that Château d'Yquem stays on the palate for a remarkable long time, providing a u...
Wine Information
Château d'Yquem 2007 is a stunning Sauternes masterpiece born from a challenging, chaotic spring and cool summer that culminated in the October "Sauternes miracle," where perfectly progressive noble rot gifted the grapes with magnificent aromatic purity. Featuring a traditional blend of 80% Sémillon and 20% Sauvignon Blanc with a residual sugar level of 137 g/l, this vintage is highly acclaimed by major critics, earning a near-flawless 98 poin...
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Average Bottle Price
| Year | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 410€ | +14.2% |
| 2020 | 359€ | +63.9% |
| 2015 | 219€ | - |
| 2026 | 2020 | 2015 |
|---|---|---|
| 410€ +14.2% | 359€ +63.9% | 219€ - |
This data comes from the FINE Auction Index, a composite of average prices for wines sold at commercial auctions in 20 countries. The average prices from each year have been collected since 1990. This chart plots the index value of the average price of the wines.