2004 Doisy Vedrines
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Tasted at the château, the 2004 Château Doisy-Védrines was one of the surprises of the vertical tasting. It has a delightful fresh bouquet with orange peel, honey, tinned apricot and crème brûlée aromas that are well defined. The palate is medium-bodied with a viscous opening, well-judged acidity and a vibrant, tensile finish that feels long and vivacious. Drinking beautifully now, the 2004 will last another 20 years with ease. This is a little gem from Olivier Castèja.
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Neal Martin
Jancis Robinson MW
More reviews and scores
The 2004 Doisy-Vedrines appears to be maturing nicely, the nose far more exuberant and engaging than the Doisy-Daene, attired with seductive scents of butterscotch, creme caramel and just a touch of chlorophyll. The palate is viscous on the entry with nicely judged acidity. This feels fat in the mouth, with good weight and depth on the satisfying finish. This is a highly recommended Sauternes for the vintage. Drink now-2025. Tasted February 2014.
Exciting and rich and subtle. Fine and vibrant. Luscious. Gorgeous. (JR)
Smoky linseed nose and grapefruit marmalade. Spicy and honeyed on the palate but with a nice flash of bright citrus freshness adding to the length. (JH)
About the producer
Owned by the Castéja family (of Ch. Batailley) since 1946, Ch. Doisy-Védrines produces a particularly rich and full-bodied style of wine, with around 80% of the vines Semillon. Although located in Barsac, the wines are bottled under the Sauternes appellation.