D’Yquem 1973

Medium to deep amber in color, the nose of the 1973 d’Yquem starts out exotic with notes of sandalwood and anise leading to a core of peach preserves and tree bark with a touch of dried leaves. The palate is racy and zesty with savory flavors and a long spicy finish.

Surprisingly successful in what was a mediocre vintage for the wines of this region, the 1973 Yquem is overtly oaky and too spicy, but has very good concentration, less sweetness and botrytis than in vintages like 1975 and 1976, and is well balanced, fat, and long on the palate (only 12% of the crop was used for Yquem).

Drink: now – 2035