2 | Wine | Barsac / Sauternes, $10 to $20

"The nose is very pure, with honey, passion fruit and quince, whilst the palate demonstrates great freshness and vitality, zippy acidity, with real race towards the linear finish. This holds great promise for the future."

"Richly layered and detailed, but thoroughly mouthwatering, this lets lacy citrus, floral and white peach flavors meld into a core of quince, fig and persimmon fruit, while warm piecrust and honey roasted almond notes drive through the finish. Very long, with superb cut despite its power. "
-Wine Spectator, 94 pts

"This is comparatively timid on the nose, giving very little away at the moment despite rigorous coaxing. But the palate is very promising, very well balanced, very focused with a fine citrus attack on the entry, fanning out towards an apricot, white peach and lime tinged finish that shows a great deal of unctuous honeyed fruit on the finish. This is an exuberant Doisy-Vedrines that yearns to offer pleasure."

"A very lush, flattering style, with creamed peach, pear and mango flavors backed by crème brûlée and toasted coconut notes. The long, ginger- and spice-filled finish drips with unctuous tropical fruit. A hedonistic beauty."

"Lemon peel, spices and honey on the nose. Full-bodied, with a dense yet elegant structure. Medium sweet, with a spicy finish. Stylish. Very well done."

"Friendly, with apricot, peach and papaya notes and a nice singed almond edge on the finish."