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Doisy Daene 2016

Sauternes/Barsac, Second Growth

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Tasting Notes

The 2016 Doisy Daene has a generous bouquet with lovely scents of yellow flower and peach infusing the honeyed aromas. The palate is fresh on the entry with tangy orange peel and peachy notes, very harmonious and viscous in texture, leading to a detailed and persistent finish that is one of the most delicious I can remember from this Barsac estate. This wine will always be tinged with sadness, since it coincides with the passing of Denis Dubourdieu. But his legacy will live on in his wines, including this one, which is magnificent.

Score: 95 - 97 Neal Martin, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2021-2060 Date: 28 April 2017

The 2016 Doisy-Daëne is all subtlety and finesse. White flowers, mint, orchard fruit, lemon confit and a kiss of new French oak add to an impression of elegance. Beautifully layered and open-knit, the 2016 exudes class from start to finish. The mid-weight structure and sense of freshness are incredibly appealing. I can't think of too many other Sauternes I would rather reach for than Doisy-Daëne.

Score: 91 - 94 Antonio Galloni, Vinous.com Date: 25 April 2017

Serious stuff. Very precise. Racy edge that reminds me of something medical - a refreshing pine disinfectant? Lots of energy. Valérie Lavigne has taking an interest in this for some time. A worthy memento of the late Denis Dubordieu.

Score: 17 Jancis Robinson MW, JancisRobinson.com Maturity: 2024-2037 Date: 25 April 2017

This has a wide range of white peach, yellow apple and green fig flavors that show good zip and brightness for the vintage, with a long honeysuckle note lifting the finish.

Score: 92 - 95 James Molesworth, Wine Spectator Date: 07 April 2017

This is very serious with lots of spicy, botrytis character and a deep and dense palate. Full-bodied, very sweet and long on the finish.

Score: 94 - 95 James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com Date: 04 April 2017