The product image is for illustrative purposes only and may not exactly reflect the actual characteristics of the wine. Château Doisy-Daëne L'Extravagant de Doisy Daëne 1996 37.50clAOC | Sauternes | Bordeaux | France CHF 227.00 / per bottleSize 37.50 clFormat Single bottleCase of 112345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031323334353637383940414243444546474849 ADD TO CART ADD TO CART All vintages 1996 1997 2001 2005 2006 2007 2009 2011 2021 2022 2025 Critics scores 20 Rene Gabriel98 Robert Parker90 VinousThe 1996 L’Extravagant de Doisy-Daëne has a deep amber hue. It has a very Tokaji nose, well defined, but maybe not as complex as more recent vintages. Barley sugar, creme caramel and caramelised pear, a touch of peach skin. The palate is very well balanced, unctuous and maybe just missing a bit of acidity on the finish that renders it a little cloying compared to the 2004 and 2006. Drink over the next decade. Producer Château Doisy-DaëneChâteau Doisy-Daëne, included amongst the Second Growths in the 1855 Classification, is located on the Barsac limestone plateau in the Sauternes appellation. It has belonged to the Dubourdieu family since 1924. Four generations have made fine white wines here from father to son: Georges (1924-1948), Pierre (1949-1999) and Denis Dubourdieu since the 2000 vintage – assisted by his sons, Fabrice and Jean-Jacques. The family is committed to defending and promoting Doisy-Daëne's image around the world. Denis Dubourdieu is also a professor of oenology at Bordeaux University and an internationally renowned consultant. Château Doisy-Daëne's 17.2 hectares of vines (87% Sémillon and 13% Sauvignon Blanc) are over 40 years old. The wines have their own special style, with bright fruit concentrated by "noble rot" as well as lively acidity, excellent balance, and delicate flavors. Doisy-Daëne's much-appreciated personality reflects both its excellent limestone terroir and a long family tradition of quality.