2008 Chateau d'YquemABOUT THE WINE Arguably the greatest sweet wine in the world, after centuries of family ownership, Chteau d'Yquem was sold in somewhat acrimonious circumstances to Louis Vuitton Mot Hennessy in 1999. However, its former owner and director Alexandre de Lur Saluce remains in charge. Located on the highest hill in Sauternes, d'Yquem enjoys some of the best growing conditions in the whole appellation. The 110 hectare vineyard is planted with 80% Smillon