At 13% alcohol, this Sauternes treasure scored 19+ on the Dionysian scale of a possible 20. The 1961 Chateau d’Yquem is considered one of France’s best wines.

Thick, rich apricot laced with honey. The aftertaste lasted forever. It was paired with creme brûlée and you couldn’t tell where the dessert ended and the wine began. Bought in 1974, it’s now worth hundreds of dollars. Age some dessert wines! In vino veritas.