Château Doisy-Daëne - Barsac 2016 6b11bd6ba9341f0271941e7df664d056

Wine Advocate

94 / 100

byLisa Perrotti-Brownthe11/30/2018

Pale lemon colored, the 2016 Doisy Daëne is a little closed, opening out to reveal lime blossoms, Mandarin peel, candied lemon peel and peach blossoms scents with hints of spice cake and crème brûlée. The palate offers an incredible array of citrus and spice layers with fantastic freshness and length.

Le Figaro - L'Avis du Vin

15 / 20

byClub Vinthe5/15/2017

Melon, poire confite et épices. Bouche ample, petit manque de pep's.

Bettane & Desseauve

96 / 100

by Bettane & Desseauvethe5/3/2017

Précis, généreux dans sa liqueur, avec la fraîcheur propre au millésime, Barsac très classique.

Wine Advocate

95-97 / 100

byNeal Martinthe5/2/2017

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.

Wine Spectator

92-95 / 100

byJames Molesworththe4/28/2017

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.—J.M.

Jean-Marc QUARIN

16 / 20

byJean-Marc Quarinthe4/28/2017

Couleur pâle. Nez fruité, frais et suave. Très savoureux dés l’entrée en bouche, le vin se développe frais et suave au milieu, avec du goût et des nuances d’agrumes dans la persistance. Très bonne longueur. Degré d’alcool : 13°8 – Sucre résiduel : 138 gr/l.

Vinous

91-94 / 100

byAntonio Gallonithe4/26/2017

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.

matthewjukes.com

17,5 / 20

byMatthew Jukesthe4/25/2017

(93 Semillon, 7 Sauvignon Blanc) A more forward and overtly juicy cuvée, this is a delicious immediate hit of fruit and it looks great. 17.5

Jancis Robinson

17 / 20

byJancis Robinsonthe4/21/2017

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. Drink 2024-2037