Didier Dagueneau, "Buisson Renard" 2018
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93
Vinous
Returning in 2018 after 2017 was wiped out by frosts, this is an intense, wild 2018 Buisson Renard, like an untamed head of curls. In clear evidence at this early stage, it has floral and boxwood characters and a nutty oak-derived influence. There’s even an intriguing note of peppermint on the sinewy, lengthy finish. In a mid-weight, linear style with a firm, phenolic finish that almost requires knife and fork. This needs more time in bottle to shed its austere frame, but if you’re not in a hurry…
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Didier Dagueneau, "Buisson Renard" 2019
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92
Vinous
The Buisson Renard tends to be a more supple, more aromatically restrained cuvée in the Dagueneau stable, and the 2019 is no different. It’s probably the richer clay soils on this section of the domaine. There’s a delicate savory, herbal and oak-derived nutty character. It is fine and fresh with a supple texture that holds the mouth like a gentle embrace.
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Didier Dagueneau, "Buisson Renard" 2020
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95
Vinous
Perhaps the most Sauvignon-esque of all the vintage, the 2020 Buisson Renard is richly aromatic with distinctive lime, elderflower, ginger and honeysuckle aromas. It is currently most appealing for its tension as if a strong muscle is being stretched taut. It has masses of concentration and curves in the right places with an attractive sense of bitterness on the long finish. This is even better than when I tasted it from tank last year.
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Didier Dagueneau, "Buisson Renard" 2022
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96
Vinous
The 2022 Buisson Renard is an enriching style with a rich concentration and substance that caresses the palate. It oers exemplary balance, and while there’s structural grip, it remains elegant. The long finish oers floral, nectarine and appealing green notes.
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