| Lot | Wine | Region | Qty | Estimate | Current Bid | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XNE 1866 |
CHATEAU D'YQUEM 1er Cru Superieur 1985 | Sauternes | 1 BOTTLE | AU$2800-3000 | AUD $ 2490 | |
| XNE 1865 |
CHATEAU D'YQUEM 1er Cru Superieur 1985 | Sauternes | 1 BOTTLE | AU$2800-3000 | AUD $ 2490 | |
| XNE 1864 |
CHATEAU D'YQUEM 1er Cru Superieur 1985 | Sauternes | 1 BOTTLE | AU$2800-3000 | AUD $ 2490 |
Robert Parker Score: 89 points
Reviewer: Robert M. Parker, Jr. — 881 Jan 1998
Drink 1990–2025
The 1985 Yquem is a very powerful, rich, exceptionally concentrated wine. Yet because of the lack of botrytis in the vineyards during this hot, dry vintage, the wine does not have the complexity so frequently encountered. Nevertheless, this massive, unctuous, light golden-colored Yquem makes quite a mouthful of wine given the honeyed flavors. It is hard to know when a wine such as this will be fully mature, but I have no hesitation saying that the wine will certainly last for 25-30 or more years. But I do not see it ever being among the great Yquems. Anticipated maturity: Now-2025. Last tasted, 3/90.
Auction Terms: This is a live online auction conducted by Sterling Wine Auctions. Prices shown under “Current Bid” reflect the highest bid at time of viewing and may change before auction close. The final selling price (hammer price) is determined when the auction closes.
Buyer’s Premium: A 15% buyer’s premium applies to the hammer price of each lot.
Delivery: $16.50 per dozen, Australia-wide via Australia Post. Estimated delivery 3–14 business days from dispatch.
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