Château Doisy Daëne, 2ème Cru Classé, Barsac, 1953
A standout of the UGC tasting, Doisy Daene pokes its head above the parapet with a raft of complex, high toned aromas; jasmine tea, honey, fresh herbs and pineapple, to name just a few. Not so much a dense, warm sweetie, there is real elegance, refreshment and refinement this 2022 Barsac. Produced from 92% Semillon and 8% Sauvignon Blanc, botrytis arrived late but it was good when it came. Fermentation was carried out in barrique and aging takes place in 30% new oak for 10 months and then it is racked in to tank where it is allowed to harmonise and tighten up before bottling. Long, sweet and well-balanced, a contender for our favourite sweet wine. 138g/l residual sugar and pH 3.89.
critic reviews
The 1953 Doisy Daëne, which was made by the late Pierre Dubourdieu, has a deep amber hue. The nose is just fabulous, almost Aszu-like in style, with orange rind, wax resin and mandarin aromas rising up from the glass. The palate is very well balanced with quince and elderflower notes. It has plenty of energy and tension with real weight and depth toward the finish. There’s so much panache and personality in this Barsac. Bottles will continue to give pleasure for many years. Tasted at Ami restaurant in Hong Kong.