Domaine des Comtes Lafon - Meursault 2022

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.

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. 

A blend of three parcels: En La Barre 0.61 hectares planted in 1953 and 1956 next to Clos de la Barre Produces richer wines En Luraule 0.45 hectares planted in 1975, purchased by the domaine in 1996 Located next to Goutte d'Or Produces very little wine but of extreme minerality and tension Biodynamic farming has done wonders in rehabilitating the vineyard health Les Crotots 0.17 hectares acquired in 2004, started to go into the Meursault cuvée in 2009 upon the expiration of its preexisting lease to another winemaker.

“The 2022 Meursault from Comtes Lafon is rich with classic ripe apple, butter, and hazelnut aromas. The texture is rich and creamy, but the wine avoids heaviness through a fine balance of acidity and extract. Half of the grapes are from the Clos de la Baronne monopole in the heart of the village; the other half is a combination of sites, including En Luraule and En La Barre, with grapes declassified from the younger vines of the premier crus. The grapes are slowly pressed as whole clusters and fermented in cask before ageing over two winters.” - 94 Points, Decanter

“Half comes from Clos de la Baronne, half from three other plots, to which have been added the young vines of Perrières (2017) and some Charmes from the same year. Pale lemon and lime, with a nose which is clearly more complex than Baronne on its own. The fruit is fully ripe but there is a vibrancy behind, a faint touch of honeysuckle but mostly pure and fresh orchard fruit. Fantastic. Drink from 2027-2032.” - 93 Points, Jasper Morris

"The 2022 Meursault Village comes from five parcels plus some de-selected fruit from Les Perrières and Les Charmes. It has a light bouquet at first, opening in the glass with hints of dried honey and quince mixed with grilled almonds. The medium-bodied palate shows commendable purity and touches of tropical fruit mixed with white pepper. Nicely focused with quite a persistent finish. Very classy.” - 92 Points, Vinous

Producer: Domaine des Comtes Lafon

Country: France

Region: Burgundy

Varietal: Chardonnay

Appellation: Meursault 

Vintage: 2022

Size: 750ml