12 bottles per lot
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Château d'Yquem--Vintage 1971
Sauternes, 1er grand cru classé. Château-bottled
Three excellent, two slightly damp-stained and seven damp-stained labels. Leveks base of neck. In original wooden case with damaged lid
Tasting Note: The best vintage between 1967 and 1975. Good throughout the 1980s, the lovely floral, honeyed botrytis bouquet a prime feature, also its power and richness, length and acidity. Most recently: richly coloured; barley sugar and caramel nose; sweet and rich, a glorious powerhouse of a wine with perfect counter-balancing acidity. Time in hand. Last tasted at the 'Mr Gourmet' dinner in Memphis, Sept 1999 ***** M.B.
12 bottles per lot
Sauternes, 1er grand cru classé. Château-bottled
Three excellent, two slightly damp-stained and seven damp-stained labels. Leveks base of neck. In original wooden case with damaged lid
Tasting Note: The best vintage between 1967 and 1975. Good throughout the 1980s, the lovely floral, honeyed botrytis bouquet a prime feature, also its power and richness, length and acidity. Most recently: richly coloured; barley sugar and caramel nose; sweet and rich, a glorious powerhouse of a wine with perfect counter-balancing acidity. Time in hand. Last tasted at the 'Mr Gourmet' dinner in Memphis, Sept 1999 ***** M.B.
12 bottles per lot