Community Tasting Note

JamesTye wrote:

Sunday, March 11, 2012 - From 750ml. Opened and poured. Whisky colour, bright, vibrant and no cloudiness. Initial nose had some sulphur obscuring the classic Yquem notes of candied fruits and Creme caramel. Palate was honeyed, rich, with some balancing acidity and very long. 24 hours later this was just so much better. Served with foie gras, this wine was much more balanced and richer. The nose was pure caramel. Finish was long and complex as only d'Yquem can seem to manage. Note to self: decant Yquem, young or old at least a few hours before drinking. Younger wines will benefit from extra oxygen and in older wines some of the stink can blow away to reveal complexity. This is classic Yquem, who seem to make outstanding wines in even mediocre vintages. No great hurry here and not dried out at all. It was more impressive than the 1971 Coutet it was paired with, despite 71 being a far better year. Thanks to my generous brother for opening these!

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