Château Doisy-Daëne : Sémillon sur Calcaire 2025

Characteristics and tasting notes of the Sémillon sur Calcaire 2025 by Château Doisy-Daëne

Tasting

Appearance
A pale, bright yellow hue enhanced by delicate golden reflections.

Nose
The bouquet reveals a beautiful aromatic purity, opening with citrus notes such as lemon and grapefruit. It is then enriched by nuances of white flowers and white-fleshed fruits like peach and pear.

Palate
The attack unveils a texture that is both generous and taut, carried by a lively acidity that balances the whole. The finish is particularly long and fresh, marked by a chalky, mouth-watering sensation typical of its terroir.

Food and wine pairings
This white wine pairs perfectly with delicate white fish such as sea bass, sole or turbot, whether simply grilled or served with a creamy sauce. It will also enhance roasted poultry, seafood risottos, as well as cooked pressed cheeses such as Comté, Beaufort or Gruyère.

Serving and cellaring
This Sémillon sur Calcaire 2025 will reveal all its aromas when served at a temperature between 10 and 12°C. Built for cellaring, it will begin to be fully enjoyed from 2028 onwards and can be kept until around 2040.

The aromatic expression and refinement of Sémillon by Château Doisy-Daëne

The estate
Located in Barsac, in the Bordeaux region, Château Doisy-Daëne is a historic estate whose excellence was consecrated in the 1855 classification. Acquired in 1924 by the Dubourdieu family, it has established itself as a true benchmark, both for its sweet wines and its dry whites. Today, Jean-Jacques and Fabrice Dubourdieu are at the helm of the property, passionately perpetuating the scientific and viticultural legacy of their father, Denis Dubourdieu. The estate stretches over 25 hectares and stands out for its exceptional terroir.

The vineyard
The grapes used to craft these Dry White Bordeaux come from a rigorous selection of the oldest Sémillon vines on the property, with an average age of 50 years. They are deeply rooted in the limestone plateau of Haut-Barsac, a geological exception covered with clay and sand that gives the berries remarkable freshness and minerality. To preserve the quality of the fruit, the harvest is carried out entirely by hand.

The wine

To celebrate 100 years of the Dubourdieu family at the helm of Château Doisy Daëne, a confidential cuvée of 1,200 bottles was created from the oldest Sémillon vines of the 2023 vintage.

Winemaking and aging
The fermentation and aging of the Sémillon sur Calcaire 2025 are carried out 100% in one-wine barrels. This process extends over a period of approximately 10 months, a precise technical choice aimed at highlighting the complexity of the grape variety without masking the identity of its terroir.

Grape variety
100% Sémillon.