{"product_id":"chateau-dyquem-2005-375cl","title":"Château d'Yquem 2005 37,5CL","description":"\u003cp\u003eChâteau d'Yquem is one of the most celebrated sweet wines in the world, and the 2005 vintage shows exactly why its name carries such prestige. Made in tiny quantities from botrytized Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc, it is the only Sauternes to have earned the rare Premier Cru Supérieur status in the 1855 Bordeaux classification. This half-bottle format is a wonderful way to experience a legendary wine that has captivated collectors and wine lovers for more than four centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMakuprofiili\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, Château d'Yquem 2005 typically displays a deep golden color with luminous amber reflections, hinting at its richness and concentration. The nose is intensely layered, offering aromas of candied citrus, ripe apricot, honey, saffron, and sweet spice, along with the unmistakable complexity brought by noble rot.\n\nOn the palate, it is opulent yet beautifully balanced, with concentrated sweetness carried by lively acidity that keeps the wine fresh and precise. Flavors of marmalade, peach, dried pineapple, vanilla, and toasted almond unfold slowly and linger for a very long finish. Thanks to its structure and concentration, this is a wine with exceptional aging potential and can continue to evolve gracefully for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eViininvalmistus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau d'Yquem sits on the highest hill in Sauternes, Bordeaux, where the estate benefits from a unique microclimate that encourages the development of noble rot, or Botrytis cinerea. The grapes are harvested by hand in multiple passes, with pickers selecting only perfectly botrytized berries at just the right stage of concentration. Production is extremely low, as the estate prioritizes quality over yield, and only the finest fruit is used to create the final wine. The result is a meticulously crafted dessert wine with remarkable purity, richness, and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRuoka \u0026amp; tarjoilu\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eServe Château d'Yquem slightly chilled, ideally around 10-12°C, to best appreciate its aromatic complexity and freshness. It pairs beautifully with foie gras, blue cheese, tarte Tatin, poached stone fruits, and desserts featuring citrus, almond, or caramel. Decanting is generally not necessary, but older bottles may benefit from a gentle decant if sediment is present.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTuottaja\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eChâteau d'Yquem is one of Bordeaux’s most iconic estates, with a history stretching back more than 400 years. Located in Sauternes, it has long been regarded as the benchmark for fine sweet wine and remains the only estate in the region awarded Premier Cru Supérieur status in 1855. Its reputation has been built on painstaking vineyard work, tiny yields, and an unwavering commitment to quality, making it one of the most revered names in French wine.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chateau d'Yquem","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49122458992882,"sku":"FW-6905","price":401.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/4810\/5202\/files\/Chateaud_Yquem199837_5CL_03da7e1e-1090-4931-baf0-a26fee31716e.png?v=1777476137","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.fi\/products\/chateau-dyquem-2005-375cl","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}