2007 Ch. Doisy-Védrines, Sauternes

Anybody who has tasted the sensational 1989 Doisy-Védrines will want to snap up the equally good 2007 in an instant. As well as being one of the sweetest wines of the vintage it is exceptionally elegant and well-balanced. The nose is marked by intense, icy-cool tropical citrus while the rich yet fresh palate has wonderfully pure, sweet creamy pineapple fruit, plenty of botrytis and fine balancing acidity. The finish is incredibly long and precise. Made from 95% Sémillon and 5% Sauvignon Blanc, this is a magically sensual Sauternes at an outstanding price.

This property follows a wonderful wine last year with a wine of purity, intensity and freshness, plus lovely apricot notes. Has real breed, individuality and complexity.
(David Peppercorn MW - Decanter - Apr 08)

Pale. Very simple nose but on the palate there is excellent acidity - rather a racy style of sweet wine. Aperitif? Lighter than most but the balance is fine within that idiom. Medium finish. A bit angular - certainly not luscious. (Jancis Robinson – www.jancisrobinson.com – Apr 08)