Bordeaux, until then property of the Dukes of Aquitaine, also Kings of England, passed into the royal domain under King Charles VII. during December 1593, Jacques Sauvage, a notable, becomes a tenant in Yquem and has the castle rebuilt there.

The château d`Yquem is a vineyard that is part of the Bordeaux vineyards and produces a sweet wine with the same name. Château d`Yquem is the only Sauternes given the classification of premier cru supérieur. It is considered the best sweet wine. The château itself is a historic monument since 2003.

Varieties: Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc

Wine Score : 95/100

37.5cl x 12