1893 Château d'Yquem

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96 Points

Saturday, October 6, 2018 - Annual Chicago winos visit - Champagne, DRC, Yquem, SQN and etc. (The Grill Room at the Rosewood DC): Served blind. The color indicates something really old. Intense nose that reminds me pedro ximenez 1927 a bit but not as nutty and caramelly. Expressive mostly tertiary nose displaying dry fig, raisin, a hint madeira and balsamico which is not unusual, caramel coated pecan and dark caramel. Excellent concentration, finely layered intense dry fruit, intense yet airy and weightless, mouth puckering acidity and a long intense dry fig and dark caramel driven finish. The strong acidity enables freshness and balance. Although I would have preferred a bit more apricot/youthful fruit, the freshness in palate is quite remarkable and enjoyable. A couple participants think it is perfect. Perhaps it should be served alone to be pondered and savored.

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