Doisy Daene 2021 (750ML)

96 VM / 94-96+ WI / 95-96 JS / 95 DE / 95 JA

The 2021 Doisy-Daëne is sensational. A wine of purity, delineation and class, this is captivating from the very first taste. Nothing is out of balance. The 2021 is a Barsac where the whole is far greater than the sum of its parts. Light floral inflections meld into baked apple tart, mint, apricot and ripe pear. I especially admire its energy and focus. Doisy-Daëne will appeal most to readers who appreciate understated Barsac and Sauternes.. - Antonio Galloni, Vinous Media

Pale lemon-yellow in color, the 2021 Doisy Daene is a little closed to begin, offering notes of truffles and wild fungi over a core of apple tart, poached pears, and nutmeg, plus a waft of grapefruit oil. The palate delivers an electric line of freshness to counter the decadent sweetness, finishing long and earthy. Residual sugar around 130 g/l.- Lisa Perotti Brown, Wine Independent

Lots of spicy character with dried apple and tarte tatin. Caramel, too. Full-bodied and medium-sweet with an intense finish. Powerful. Best ever? - James Suckling

Wildflower notes with green apple and lime zest on the nose. Freshness and livelines on the palate, this has an immediate appeal in terms of being bright and playful as well as having that core of caramelised oranges, dried yellow raisins, yellow plums, crunchy green apple and lemon zest. I love the clarity and the execution here with tangy acidity that makes the mouthwater and want more. Drinking Window 2024 - 2049- GH, Decanter

This is intense and concentrated with grated ginger, powerful citrus rind and mandarin puree. Great quality, luscious and well balanced with searing acidity. But with a painfully tiny 1.3hl/h yield, you have got to feel for the team involved in making it work. - Jane Anson, Decanter