2011 Chateau Doisy-Vedrines 2eme Cru Classe, Barsac 1x750ml

Robert Parker 94

Tasted at the chateau, the 2011 Chateau Doisy-Vedrines has a more mineral-driven bouquet than the 2009, more reserved with scents of beeswax, honeysuckle and jasmine. The palate is fresh and vibrant with viscous honeyed fruit, a dash of spice and a flowing, harmonious finish that has only just begun to start showing what it is capable of. This has great potential and may vie with the 2009 as one of the modern-day benchmarks from the estate. This is a fabulous Barsac from Olivier Casteja and his team. [Neal Martin, 01/08/2015]

Anticipated maturity: 2019-2045

Vinous 92

Bright golden straw-yellow. Pear, peach, mango and flowers on the enticing, lively nose. Intensely flavored, fresh and sweet, offering lovely penetration and definition to the ripe white stone fruit, lime oil and floral flavors. Really stains the palate while retaining a light touch on the finish, which hints at soil and coconut. This strikes me as more vibrant and less opulent than some past vintages of this wine, which I had found somewhat heavy. [Ian D’Agata, 07/01/2014]