Domaine des Comtes Lafon - Meursault 1er Cru 'Charmes' 2021
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$379.00
Domaine des Comtes Lafon has been in the Lafon family since 1865. Dominique Lafon took over the domaine in 1985. It is comprised of approximately 14 hectares situated in the communes of Volnay, Monthélie, Chassagne-Montrachet, and of course, Meursault, where the domaine and its monopole vineyard Clos de la Barre are located.
“There are few growers anywhere in the world more committed to improving his vineyards with the aim of making ever better wine than Dominique Lafon. He tirelessly questions his and others’ methods, always looking to improve.” — Daniel Johnnes
All the vineyards are cultivated biodynamically and they proudly own every Premier Cru in Meursault. Dominique retired at the end of 2021, handing over the reigns to his daughter, Léa and nephew, Pierre, who as part of the fifth generation of winemakers in the Lafon family, will continue this domaine’s superstar reputation not only in Burgundy but throughout the world.
"The ’21 Charmes from Lafon shows more definition and lemony freshness than customary for this lieu-dit, yet it is not lacking richness. There are pitch-perfect aromas of lemon peel and white flowers but also richer notes of nectarine and marzipan. The texture is silky and surprisingly vibrant. It will open to show its full potential in a few years and should age well for the next twenty years. The grapes come from a 1.71-hectare parcel in Charmes-Dessus near the border with Puligny. Drinking Window: 2025-2045.” - 95 Points, Decanter
"Sitting near the border of Puligny and composed primarily from the Charmes Dessus (1 ha), with just a bit of Dessous (0.2 ha) as well, this is vinous, pretty and expressive. Charming, as it were. Yellow cherries, apple core, citrus zest and Anjou pear mingle with toasty bread crusts. (2023)" - 95 Points, Tim Atkins
Producer: Domaine des Comtes Lafon
Country: France
Region: Burgundy
Varietal: Chardonnay
Appellation: Meursault 1er Cru
Vintage: 2021
Size: 750ml