aniseed and black truffles

an approach I have increasingly come to appreciate in an era where so many producers are constantly in pitch mode

This is probably approachable in regular bottle but it’s clear that a few more years of cellaring will be necessary in magnum

medium to full body

the fermentation and aging are the same as for the centenary Carignan

Doisy Vedrines Size:12x750ml aniseed and black trufflesThe 1989 Doisy Vdrines is a vintage that I have tasted countless times. This ex chteau example was poured blind. For me, it is the best of the triumvirate at the end of the decade. Quite deep in color, it boasts a captivating bouquet of gorgeous wild honey, Seville orange marmalade, fig jam and light lemongrass scents that is pure Barsac joy. The palate is extremely well balanced with just about perfect viscosity, delivering oodles of honeyed,