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Doisy Vedrines 1986
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Reviewed by: Neal Martin
Tasted at the Doisy-Védrines vertical at the château, the 1986 Château Doisy-Védrines lacks some harmony on the nose, taking time to settle. Apricot, honey and a touch of marmalade, though it lacks the purity of later vintages and seems a bit alcoholic. The palate is slightly better with edgy marmalade and quince notes, although there is a touch of dryness toward the finish. This is probably just past its plateau. Tasted September 2008.
Reviewed by: Robert M. Parker, Jr.
Doisy-Vedrines made a superb wine in 1986. It is powerful, complex, and nearly as mouth-filling as their great 1989. It does have crisper acidity, and for the moment, a more complex, floral, honeyed bouquet. There is no denying the unctuous, huge, tropical fruit flavors. Anticipated maturity: Now-2005. Last tasted, 11/90.
Reviewed by: Neal Martin
Tasted at the Doisy-Vedrines vertical at the chateau. This is lacking some harmony on the nose, taking time to settle. Apricot, honey and a touch of marmalade, although lacking the purity of later vintages and a bit alcoholic. The palate is slightly better with edgy marmalade and quince notes, although there is a touch of dryness towards the finish. Probably just past its plateau. Tasted September 2008.
About the Producer
The Chevaliers de Védrines owned this estate for centuries and gave their name to it. Included in the 1855 classification, it was acquired by the family of the present owners in the mid-19th century. Doisy-Védrines is located on the clay-limestone rise in Haut Barsac. The soil is ploughed the traditional way and the grapes are picked by hand in several waves (up to 6 or 8). Fermentation and ageing take place in barrels (exclusively French oak). The combination of modern and traditional techniques gives Château Doisy-Védrines its trademark richness and finesse typical of the great growths of Sauternes. Annual production amounts to 40,000 bottles. When young, the wine is well-balanced and very pleasant, especially as an aperitif. Older vintages are a delight at the end of a meal.
